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International Recognition of Israel:
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On May 14, 1948, the Jewish People's Council officially approved a proclamation establishing the independence of the State of Israel.
Eleven minutes after Israel's proclamation of independence, American President Harry Truman signed an executive order granting de-facto recognition to the Jewish state. Less than seven months later, President Truman extended America's de-jure recognition to Israel.
* De-facto recognition: Expression of international legitimacy "concerning fact"
De-jure recognition: Expression of international legitimacy "concerning law"
Source: Harry S. Truman Library & Museum
