Tag: David Elazar
IDF Chief Halevi Proclaims Full Readiness, Mourns Predecessor Blamed for Yom Kippur War Losses
Halevi himself has been imprisoned by a destructive conception of his own making.
Citing 1973 War, Netanyahu Stresses Importance of Preemptive Strike
By 5 AM on October 6, Chief of Staff Davis Elazar recommended a full, immediate mobilization of forces and a preemptive air strike. He was overruled by Prime Minister Golda Meir.