Yaakov Ben-Tor

1910–2002 (age 92)

Biography

Geologist Yaakov Ben-Tor advanced the study of Israel's landscape through meticulous research, teaching, and fieldwork that inspired countless students.

His maps and publications remain a cornerstone for understanding the earth beneath the nation, a testament to his passionate pursuit of knowledge.

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