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Since its creation in 1948, the State of Israel has survived three major wars with its Arab neighbours. And its continued survival still depends on the ability of its armed forces to deliver lightning counterstrikes and protect the civilian population from unceasing guerilla harrassment.
Yigal Allon, Israel's Deputy Prime Minister, is also one of the creators of her armed forces. He grew up in the Haganah, became commander of its striking force, the Palmach,at the age of 26, and emerged as Israel's most able military leader in the first Arab- Israeli war of 1948-9.
IN THE MAKING OF ISRAEL'S ARMY, he describes the battles, the ideals and the men that have welded it into a uniquely successful military machine.
ISBN:9780876631379