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June 10, 1967. The Arab armies have been routed, their air forces totally destroyed. Israel’s citizen-soldiers have seized the Gaza Strip and the Sinai Peninsula from Egypt, the Golan Heights from Syria, East Jerusalem and the West Bank from Jordan. Moshe Dayan has entered the Lion’s Gate of the Old City of Jerusalem to stand with the paratroopers who have liberated Judaism’s holiest site—the Western Wall.
Drawing on hundreds of hours of interviews with veterans of the war—fighter and helicopter pilots, tank commanders and Recon soldiers, paratroopers, as well as women soldiers, wives, and others—bestselling author Steven Pressfield tells the story of the Six Day War as you’ve never experienced it before.
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Experience the thrilling true story of one of the most astonishing military victories in history with "The Lion's Gate: On the Front Lines of the Six Day War" by bestselling author Steven Pressfield. This gripping tale takes you back to June 1967, when Israel found itself surrounded by enemies who sought its destruction. The odds were against them, but Israel's citizen-soldiers rose to the challenge.
With precise SEO, this book digs deep into the tense moments leading up to the war. Feel the tension as the Soviet-equipped Egyptian Army masses a thousand tanks on Israel's southern border, while Syrian heavy guns relentlessly shell from the north. Witness the bravery of Israel's paratroopers and the determination of its fighter squadrons as they face off against Jordanian and Iraqi forces moving into position to attack.
June 10, 1967, marks a turning point in history. The Arab armies are routed, and Israel emerges victorious. Its citizen-soldiers have seized the Gaza Strip, the Sinai Peninsula, the Golan Heights, East Jerusalem, and the West Bank. Author Steven Pressfield takes you up close and personal with the action, bringing you into the Lion's Gate of the Old City of Jerusalem alongside Moshe Dayan and the paratroopers who have liberated the Western Wall, a symbol of Judaism's holiest site.
Through extensive interviews with war veterans, including fighter and helicopter pilots, tank commanders, Recon soldiers, paratroopers, women soldiers, and even their wives, "The Lion's Gate" provides a unique perspective on the Six Day War. Dive into the untold stories, the battles fought, and the sacrifices made during this momentous conflict.
Don't miss out on this incredible piece of history. Click here to grab your copy of "The Lion's Gate: On the Front Lines of the Six Day War" now!
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