Today in History: 56 Years Ago, Israel Launched Sinai Campaign
October 29, 1956, was the first day of the Sinai Campaign, also known as Operation Kadesh. Here’s a quick rundown of what happened.
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Reliving History: The Day Gilad Shalit Returned Home
One year after Gilad Shalit’s release, experience the historical day of his return through this reenactment.
Introducing IDF’s History on Facebook
Have you ever wondered who the 8th IDF Chief of Staff was, when the Golani brigade was formed, what the IDF did in Mexico, or which weapons and drones were made in Israel? Well, now we have got your answers
IDF Roundup: What You May Have Missed
Week after week, many articles are written in various publications about the IDF or IDF-related issues. Here are 5 stories that you may have missed: 1) Hezbollah planning attacks on Israelis in Cyprus: This week security officials announced the arrest of a
Rescue at Entebbe: An Interview With the Chief Pilot
Brig. Gen. (res.) Joshua Shani was the lead pilot in Operation Entebbe, flying the first C-130 Hercules cargo plane with the entire rescue force on board. This week, for the 36th anniversary of the rescue operation on July 4th, he
4 Daring Rescue Operations: Saving Lives in Uniform
The IDF has a reputation for sending out its soldiers not just to fight, but also to help others in need. Here are 4 touching stories that illustrate why it’s a source of pride to be part of the Israeli
The Israel Defense Forces Turns 64
On May 26, 1948, the Israeli government — then less than two weeks old — enacted an “Ordinance establishing a Defence Army of the State of Israel.” Signed by then-Prime Minister David Ben-Gurion, the ordinance said that the Israel Defense
Men In White: The Raid on Sabena Flight 571
On May 8, 1972, a flight from Belgian airline Sabena set off from Vienna towards Tel Aviv, named Flight 571. Twenty minutes after takeoff, it was hijacked by four terrorists from the Black September terror group.
All Dressed Up (as Women) and Ready to Go
On this day 39 years ago, Israel Defense Forces commandos attacked several PLO targets in Lebanon and killed high-ranking terrorists with Israeli blood on their hands. The raid, known as Operation Spring of Youth, was one of the most daring
The Israeli Navy: Highlights from History
While smaller in size than the air and ground forces, the Israeli navy is a critical strategic arm of the Israel Defense Forces. It is responsible for enforcing maritime border security and securing trade routes. Over the last decade, the