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Al-Araby
Al-Araby
When the modern history of Palestine is mentioned, it is mostly big political figures that come to mind. People like Yasser Arafat or Khalil al-Wazir dominate the imagination about Palestinian history. When Palestinian Christians are mentioned, names like George Habash or Wadie Haddad often feature. However, Palestine’s modern history extends beyond the history of the conflict, the PLO, and politics altogether. The part played by Palestinian Christians in forming Palestine’s modern identity is far greater, more diverse, and longer than is often recognised. In literature, art, education, politi…