The Israeli paratrooper drop at the Mitla Pass wasn't only military, it
was also diplomatic theater. By landing troops near the Suez Canal,
Israel created the pretext that the British and French desperately needed
to enter the war. Regardless, however, of the diplomatic component,
Israel now had to open a supply line across the enormous desert floor to
reinforce the paratroopers at Mitla, deep inside enemy territory.
This would entail another group of paratroopers led by the fearless
young commander Ariel Sharon, to fight their way through three
Egyptian fortified positions to reach the Mitla Pass. One Egyptian
fortress was the highly garrisoned Abu Ageila. Israeli armor and infantry
struck this position and Egyptian forces fought back with unexpected
tenacity. In one tank engagement, every single Israeli tank was hit!
Against the odds, Israel routed the Egyptians by implementing speed,
surprise, improvisation and a willingness to take risks that Egypt would
never dare.
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Middle-Eastern Duet Worship Song in Arabic & English ("DAVID DANCED")
Military Cinematic Army Marching Drums Epic BGM / Background Music by Florews
The Entire Battle History of the Suez Crisis and Sinai Crisis (1956) Historic Slumber
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War Tension background music Stock Audio
War for the control of the Suez Canal History of Israel/ Unpacked series
Suez Crisis 1956 - Cold War DOCUMENTARY Kings and Generals
Machar IDF Choir
Fast, energetic music Halidon Music William Tell Overture Rossini
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