Peretz Bernstein
1890–1971 (age 81)
Biography
Peretz Bernstein (1890–1971) was a leading Zionist politician whose service in public office helped shape the newly established State of Israel. A member of the General Zionists and a signatory of the Declaration of Independence, he worked tirelessly to strengthen democratic institutions and to bolster the nation’s economic resilience.
His tenure in government and the financial sector reflected a deep sense of responsibility, and his legacy endures as a testament to principled leadership during Israel’s formative years.