Summary:

The Israeli Special Forces' operation at Entebbe goes down in history
as one of the most audacious counter-terrorist assaults ever
conducted. On June 27, 1976, four terrorists (two of the Popular
Front for the Liberation of Palestine and two of the German
Baader-Meinhof terrorist group) highjacked a passenger jet and forced
a landing in Entebbe, Uganda. Here they were met by reinforcements,
and transferred all the Jewish and Israeli prisoners to the terminal
building, with the exception of a few hostage releases. As Idi Amin's
assistance to the terrorists became increasingly clear, the Israeli
government began preparations for a military assault. The element of
surprise was crucial; never before had such a large-scale raid at
such a long distance been successfully undertaken. This is the
incredible story of how the Israeli Special Forces defied radar for
over 2,000 miles, masqueraded as a tyrant in a Mercedes and captured
uniforms, and defeated an army in brutal combat, culminating in a
triumph of sheer audacity and nerve. A compelling book chronicling an
incredible moment in history.

Classification:

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Dewey Class: 355 -- Military science

Book Details:

Physical Description: 7.0"x9.5"x0.2"; 0.4 lb; 64 pages
Edition Info: Paperback; 2009-09-22

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