Britain proposes an independent Palestine in 10 years. Independence foreseen within two years. General Assembly adopts partition resolution on 29 November.
Arab Governments reject the plan.
15 May. Israel proclaims independence one day before. Between April and August, more than 700,000 people flee their homes in Palestine and become refugees. UN Mediator for Palestine Count Folke Bernadotte assassinated on 17 September, soon after his appointment.