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Several years following the end of the War of Independence, HEMED was converted into EMET and in 1968, Rafael (the Armament Development Authority) was formed.

One of the most fascinating chapters in the history of the State of Israel concerns the contribution of young Israeli scientists to the security of the newly established State. The term Cheil Mada (the Science Corps)—or HEMED, as it was known—remains largely unknown. Only a handful of members of today’s generation are aware that David Ben-Gurion wa

In the last few decades, Sayeret Matkal, along with the operational technology intelligence unit, belong to the special operations organ (MEM-MEM) within the IDF Intelligence Directorate.

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the presence of leaders and commanders of the Haganah. Suddenly, a currier arrived on a motorcycle with a message from Ben-Gurion, who ordered them to cancel the operation in order not to provoke the British government on the eve of their departure from Palestine (113). From 1947 to 1948, Uzi Sharon improved his “Sharks” with the help of HEMED scie