1898 22 Sep 189- |
The first Western pilgrims departed for `Akká, travelling via New York and Paris. [BFA1:XXVIII, 140–1, 230]
It was arranged by Phoebe Hearst, who had already planned a journey to Egypt for the autumn. [BFA1:140, AY60]
There were 15 pilgrims in all. Among them was Ibáhím Kheiralla and his family. [AB68; AY111]
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First Western pilgrims |