Danny Matt

German-Israeli general

Danny Matt - German-Israeli general
Born

December 10th, 1927
97 years ago

Died

2013
12 years ago — 86 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Israel

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Born in 1927, a general who served in the Israeli Defense Forces. Participated in significant military operations and played a vital role in shaping security policies. Contributed to strategic military planning during critical periods for Israel, particularly during the Six-Day War and Yom Kippur War.

Served as a general in the Israeli Defense Forces

Participated in the Six-Day War

Contributed to military strategies for the Yom Kippur War

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