In this week’s History of Israel Explained, we’re going back to the early days of the State of Israel and examining the role of the legendary (or should that be notorious?) Unit 101, Israel’s first special ops team.
Created by General Moshe Dayan and Colonel Ariel Sharon the unit’s groundbreaking tactics are employed today by special ops forces around the world. But, in its brief existence, though, Unit 101 became embroiled in controversy that had (and still has) many questioning what actions can be justified when it comes to self defence and self preservation.
What were some of Unit 101s actions and why was it disbanded after only five short months? Watch the video to discover its impact on the fledgling State of Israel.
What do you think? Is it ever justified to kill others to ensure your own safety? Are large numbers of civilian deaths on the side of the enemies ever justified? Moreover, how does any democracy deal with what it believes to be a justified, ethical war, knowing that unethical tragedies will undoubtedly occur?
These are really difficult issue. Let us know your reactions to the topics raised in the video by posting your comments below.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:32 pre-State of Israel terrorism
01:02 Fedayeen terrorists
02:02 Formation of Unit 101 led by Ariel Sharona
02:40 First mission in Qibya / Kibya, Jordan
03:25 60 civilians are killed and terrorists attacks stop
04:01 Official statement from Ben Gurion
04:27 Disbanding of Unit 101
05:12 Was the outcome worth the cost?
06:04 Outro
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Photo/Video Credit:
- GPO/PINN HANS
- GPO/ ELDAN DAVID
- GPO/HAN MICHA
- GPO/MENDELSON HUGO
- GPO/Cohen Fritz
- GPO/PRIDAN MOSHE
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About History of Israel Explained: This series casts a new perspective on the history of the modern State of Israel, both pre and post 1948. We explore the inspiring highs and heartbreaking lows, and the everyday struggles of ordinary people. Understand how the Jewish State came to be by meeting prominent Zionist figures and learning about key historical events. Explore aspects of Israeli society, from its famous military to the meaning of the national anthem, and more.
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