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The Hebrew Legion | Official Invitation – Tenth Anniversary Jubilee of American Ex-Servicemen Volunteers in Eretz Israel | Tel Aviv, 1928 - An official printed document and invitation issued by the Association of American Ex Legionaires – Agriculture Settlers in Palestine, an organization directly connected to veterans of the Hebrew Legion who remained in Eretz Israel after their military service. The text reviews the history of American Jewish volunteers, their settlement in Eretz Israel, the severe economic hardships they faced, and their aspiration to establish cooperative agricultural settlements. It emphasizes the members’ difficult material conditions and ongoing efforts to secure land, funding, and public support. Event: Tenth Anniversary Jubilee Ball of the American Volunteers Date & Venue: Saturday night, 11 February, Menorah Club, Ahad Ha’am Street, Tel Aviv The program included songs, recitations, and a festive social gathering. Envelope and Postal Details Accompanied by an official printed organizational envelope (12 × 14 cm), bearing a red “Postage Paid” handstamp from Tel Aviv dated 5 September 1928, used in lieu of an adhesive stamp. Such postal-paid markings were known in Mandate Palestine, mainly for institutions, yet are relatively uncommon on preserved civilian organizational mail, especially connected to Hebrew Legion veterans. Dimensions Envelope: approx. 12 × 14 cm Letter (by proportion): approx. 27 × 21 cm Condition Good to very good overall condition. Original folds, light age toning and minor edge wear. Envelope intact with clear postal marking.