Golda Meir, 1898-1978, former prime minister of Israel was the first female head of state in the western world.⠀ ⠀ She lived a life full of battles and conquests and was known for her strong will and determination as well as her warmth and caring towards her closed ones. ⠀She got married fairly young and convinced her husband to immigrate from Milwaukee to Israel with her. He took the backseat to her career aspirations and often took care of the house and kids whenever she

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