A Proposal Map For Dividing Jerusalem Between Jews and Arabs 1936. Drawn and Published by the Survey of Palestine, Jaffa.

A Proposal for dividing Jerusalem between Jews and Arabs. Drawn and Published by the Survey of Palestine, Jaffa. Year Published: 1936, Revised in 1946. Printed by the Government Printer, Palestine. Printed in 4 colors. Size (width X Height): 16 inch X 19 inch. Map Description: This is a rare and important map proposes a division of Jerusalem between Jews and Arabs. During 1940’s the population figures were 92,000 Jews, 32,000 Arabs and 27,000 Christians. The Arabs disagree with the majority voters electing a Jew as the Mayor of the municipal government. The High Commissioner of Palestine appointed Sir William FitzGerald to inquire into the problem and suggest a solution. The map is part of his report that suggests creating a Western and Eastern Boroughs, each having a mayor and council. Map Source and Reference: Report by Sir William Fitzgerald on the Local Administration of Jerusalem. Presented to the High Commissioner of Palestine, 28th August 1945. The complete report is included with the map.