A Review – In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem

Less than 20 years after declaring statehood, Israel was faced with extinction.  The Six Day War was a crossroad...Israel would either find a way to survive, or they would be wiped off the face of the earth. A new film, In Our Hands: The Battle for Jerusalem, tells the story through the eyes of those who …

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Reflections on Yom Yerushalayim

If you have followed the past few days, you have been a trooper in seeking to understand why this 50th anniversary of the reunification of Jerusalem is such a big deal!  Thanks for hanging in there! Today, we'll simply reflect, from a Jewish perspective, on the importance of Jerusalem Day.  Enjoy the 6-minute video, then …

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US, Israel Wrap up “Juniper Falcon” Joint Training

We've been discussing the Israeli victory in the Six Day War.  But how do the Israelis prepare for war today?  In many ways, such as the just-concluded "Juniper Falcon" joint exercises with the US military. Juniper Falcon included joint aerial exercises between Israeli and American Air Forces, as well as Water Jump Training and Maritime …

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Congratulate Jerusalem on Her Jubilee Year!

Ok gang, I'm going to share a way to tangibly show your support for Israel!  You have a chance to send your personal congratulations to the people of Jerusalem in celebration of their Jubilee year! The Six Day War of 1967 resulted in the reunification of Jerusalem under Israeli control for the first time since …

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