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Fayez Abdullah Sayegh

Influential Palestinian-American academic and diplomat

Born
1922
Born in
Kharaba, Syria
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Fayez Sayegh was a distinguished Palestinian-American academic and diplomat. He was known for his contributions as a masterful debater, educator, and writer, deeply involved in the Palestinian cause and Arab-Israeli conflict.

Their story

Fayez Sayegh, born in Syria, moved with his family to Tiberias and then to Safed. He completed his education at the American University of Beirut and later earned a Ph.D. from Georgetown University. He served in various academic and diplomatic roles, becoming a prominent voice on Middle Eastern affairs, particularly the Palestinian cause.

Milestones

The moments that shaped Fayez’s path.

  1. 1941-1945

    Received bachelor's and master's degrees from the American University of Beirut.

  2. 1949

    Earned his Ph.D. in philosophy and political science from Georgetown University.

  3. 1965

    Founded the Palestine Research Center in Beirut and published "Zionist Colonialism in Palestine".

  4. 1967

    Notable appearance on the "David Suskind Show" where he debated Middle East issues.

  5. Awards

    Decorated with the Cedar’s Medal, Rank of Commander, by the president of Lebanon.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Education

    Taught at prestigious institutions including Yale, Stanford, and Oxford.

  2. Diplomacy

    Worked at the United Nations and for the Lebanese Embassy in Washington DC.

  3. Literature

    Authored "Zionist Colonialism in Palestine", an important historical study.

  4. Research

    Directed the Palestine Research Center, contributing significantly to Palestinian studies.

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