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Golda Meir’s Last Words
“She died peacefully in Jerusalem.”— Golda Meir, December 8, 1978
Who Was Golda Meir?
Golda Meir was the fourth Prime Minister of Israel and one of the founders of the State of Israel. She was one of the first women in the world to hold such high office.
The Final Moments
Meir died at Hadassah Hospital in Jerusalem from lymphoma she had kept secret for 12 years.
Are These Words Verified?
No specific last words are documented. Meir died in hospital from lymphoma but no coherent final statement is recorded in credible sources.
Sources
- archive Israeli government statements
- newspaper Contemporary Israeli press
- biography Francine Klagsbrun biography Lioness
Legacy
Meir's leadership during the 1973 Yom Kippur War, though controversial, solidified her place in Israeli history.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Golda Meir’s last words?
“She died peacefully in Jerusalem.”
How did Golda Meir die?
Golda Meir died on December 8, 1978 at the age of 80. Cause of death: Lymphoma.
Were Golda Meir’s last words documented?
No specific last words are documented. Meir died in hospital from lymphoma but no coherent final statement is recorded in credible sources.
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