Baruch Kimmerling

Baruch Kimmerling was a prominent Israeli sociologist and historian, born in 1939. He held a position as a professor of sociology at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, where he conducted extensive research and scholarship. Kimmerling's work focused on reevaluating the fundamental principles of Zionism and the Israeli State, making him a pioneering figure in this field of study.

As a key figure associated with the New Historians, a group of Israeli scholars, Kimmerling challenged the traditional narrative surrounding Israel's creation. Although his academic background was in sociology, his research and contributions had a significant impact on the field of history. Upon his death in 2007, Kimmerling was recognized for his groundbreaking work, which had far-reaching implications for the understanding of Israeli history and the Zionist movement.