Amos Yarkoni

Israeli Colonel in the IDF

Amos Yarkoni - Israeli Colonel in the IDF
Born

1920
105 years ago

Died

February 7th, 1991
34 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Israel

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Served as a colonel in the Israel Defense Forces, leading various military operations. Participated in significant conflicts including the Six-Day War and the Yom Kippur War. Held the position of commander of the Israel Air Force and contributed to various strategic military developments. His leadership role in multiple military engagements significantly shaped the operational tactics of the Israeli military during critical periods.

Commanded Israeli forces during the Six-Day War

Led operations in the Yom Kippur War

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