Amos Yarkoni
Israeli Colonel in the IDF
Born
1920
106 years ago
Died
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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