The largest gathering of Jews ever recorded in London — some 20,000 – – attended celebrations marking Israel’s 50th anniversary. In addition to members of the Jewish community in London, a fleet of about 200 buses brought members of other smaller communities from throughout the country to participate in the festivities.
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