Laura Almagor
Laura Almagor is a historian specializing in modern Jewish history, particularly focusing on alternative Jewish nationalist movements such as the Jewish Territorialist Organization (ITO). She holds a PhD in History, which she received for her research on Jewish territorialism, exploring the efforts of Jews to find a homeland outside of Palestine. Her work sheds light on lesser-known aspects of Jewish political history, emphasizing the diversity of Zionist and post-Zionist ideologies.
Before her work on 'Beyond Zion: The Jewish Territorialist Movement', Laura Almagor has contributed to various academic publications and participated in numerous conferences where she discussed her research findings. Her scholarly contributions are recognized for bringing new insights into the study of Jewish nationalism and territorialism.
Currently, Laura Almagor serves as a postdoctoral researcher, continuing her investigations into Jewish history and its various political movements. Her academic pursuits involve a deep engagement with historical documents, personal narratives, and other primary sources that illuminate the complex landscape of Jewish political and social endeavors throughout the 20th century.