The heights of courage : a tank leader's war on the Golan
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The heights of courage : a tank leader's war on the Golan
（Contributions in military history, no. 42）
Greenwood Press, 1984
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ʿOz 77
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ʿOz 77
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Translation of: ʿOz 77
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In October 1973, the State of Israel was invaded by Egyptian and Syrian forces. Despite early losses, Israel managed to outfight its opponents. The brief and bloody Yom Kippur War stands as a unique chapter in modern military history. Fought primarily by tank units, the war became a story not only of battle strategy and tactics, but also one of human discipline, endurance and sacrifice.
While many historians have chronicled the events of the Yom Kippur War, few have been seasoned by actual combat. Avigdor Kahalani, commander of a tank battalion on the Golan Heights during the Yom Kippur War, describes this experience in The Heights of Courage. Beginning with a description of the initial Syrian offensive, he recounts the personal endeavors of his men, their fears and their ambitions, as well as their emotional and physical hardships. His stark account traces the efforts of the Israel Armored Corps as they struggle to overcome extreme difficulties and setbacks. The author describes their ultimate penetration into enemy territory and their approach to within forty kilometers of Damascus.
Table of Contents
Foreword by Donn A. Starry
Preface by Maor General Israel Tal
Introduction
The Soldiers
September 26, 1973, Morning
September 26, 1973, Afternoon
September 27, 1973
September 28, 1973
September 29, 1973
September 30, 1973
October 1, 1973
October 2, 1973
October 3 and 4, 1973
October 5, 1973
October 6, 1973--Day of Atonement, Morning
October 6, 1973--Day of Atonement, Afternoon
October 6, 1973--Day of Atonement, Evening
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