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Disrespecting the Troops, the Mccain's and Hillary

8th in the USS LIBERTY Series: "It Was God That Kept Us Alive"

On January 12, 2008, this civilian journalist "on a mission from God" [Jake Blues/John Belushi] once again phoned a few of the USS LIBERTY survivors and also Robert Hart, who on that day in infamy, June 8, 1967 was a CT/Communications Technician 2nd Class Petty Officer working for the Director of Naval Security Group Europe (DIRNAVSECGRUEUR) in London. DIRNAVSECGRUEUR was the Intelligence support for the Four Star Commander in Chief of US Naval Forces Europe (CINCUSNAVEUR).

Hart quipped, "During the attack on the LIBERTY, I was in the control center of the DIRNAVSECGRUEUR, a part of the Commander of Chief in Europe who was Admiral McCain-you know the Senator's father? I wouldn't buy a used car from either of them!"

Hart then went serious and choked up, "Two of my friends were killed that day. They were both CT's and the CT spaces took the direct hit from the torpedo [that immediately killed 25 servicemen]. Smitty had an English wife and an eighteen month old baby and they were neighbors and friends. Warren Hershey was a drinking buddy of mine.

"I was in the Control Center when the LIBERTY was attacked and read all the messages from the USA to Europe. I knew the 6th Fleet was sending help and it was called back! I knew all about the LIBERTY calling for support that was held back! That is what sticks in my jaw. I was and remain dumbfounded and upset to this very day.

"I am also sure it is a part of the USA government cover-up the way they gave McGonagle his Medal of Honor in a shipyard and not at the White House."

Captain William L. McGonagle's Congressional Medal of Honor reads:

The President of the United States in the name of The Congress takes pleasure in presenting the MEDAL OF HONOR to Captain William L. McGoanagle, United States Navy for service as set forth in the following:

For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty. Sailing in international waters, the Liberty was attacked without warning by jet fighter aircraft and motor torpedo boats which inflicted many casualties among the crew and caused extreme damage to the ship. Although severely wounded during the first air attack, Capt. McGonagle remained at his battle station on the badly damaged bridge and, with full knowledge of the seriousness of his wounds, subordinated his own welfare to the safety and survival of his command.

Steadfastly refusing any treatment which would take him away from his post, he calmly continued to exercise firm command of his ship. Despite continuous exposure to fire, he maneuvered his ship, directed its defense, supervised the control of flooding and fire, and saw to the care of the casualties. Captain McGonagle's extraordinary valor under these conditions inspired the surviving members of the Liberty's crew, many of them seriously wounded, to heroic efforts to overcome the battle damage and keep the ship afloat. Subsequent to the attack, although in great pain and weak from the loss of blood, Captain McGonagle remained at his battle station and continued to command his ship for more than 17 hours. It was only after rendezvous with a U.S. destroyer that he relinquished personal control of the Liberty and permitted himself to be removed from the bridge. Even then, he refused much needed medical attention until convinced that the seriously wounded among his crew had been treated. Captain McGonagle's superb professionalism, courageous fighting spirit, and valiant leadership saved his ship and many lives. His actions sustain and enhance the finest traditions of the U.S. Naval Service. http://www.arlingtoncemetery.net/wlmcgon.htm

The Captain died on March 3, 1999, but the support from his troops never has. On April 10, 1999 the ambushed crew saluted its Captain by writing:

"…Yesterday, the faithful survivors brought their long-dead comrades at Arlington National Cemetery the body of their captain -- a reunion of seamen eternally bound by one of the most bloody and bizarre peacetime encounters in U.S. naval history.

"Captain William L. McGonagle won the Medal of Honor for valiantly commanding the USS Liberty when the American spy ship was attacked by Israeli aircraft and torpedo boats in the Mediterranean during the 1967 Arab-Israeli War.

"Thirty-four U.S. sailors were killed, and 171, including McGonagle, were wounded, among the crew of 300. [Other sources site 174 and 297] Thirteen of the dead -- including the remains of six in the mass grave at the bottom of the hill -- were buried at Arlington .

"The Israelis later apologized. But Liberty survivors, and some former U.S. officials, believe the attack was deliberate, staged to conceal Israel's pending seizure of the Golan Heights, which occurred shortly thereafter." [IBID]

In an email from USS LIBERTY survivor and author of ASSAULT ON THE LIBERTY, James E. Ennes, wrote on January 13, 2008: "I'm not at all sure that is the reason. We may never know the reason. The US was aware of Israeli plans to seize the Golan and was urging them not to do that. It could well have been fear that we had learned of the massacre of Egyptians POWs at El Arish or it could have been the massacre that morning of UN peacekeepers at Gaza ."

"…In December 1964, the Liberty was put to work as a spy ship. Three years later, with McGonagle now in command, it was hurried to the eastern Mediterranean, where the Arab-Israeli war had erupted. Despite the deep concerns of McGonagle and his crew about their proximity to the war, the ship, armed only with a few .50-caliber machine guns, began a slow patrol 12 miles off Gaza.

"The Liberty, code-named "Rockstar," had been denied the protection of a destroyer by superiors who said it was "not a reasonable subject for attack,"…about 2 p.m., after being buzzed by Israeli scout planes, the ship suddenly was assailed by Israeli jets firing rockets and dropping napalm.

"Liberty sailors were gunned down as they scrambled for cover. The machine gun crews were tossed into the air like dolls. Flaming napalm blanketed parts of the ship. Sailors radioed frantically: 'Any station, this is Rockstar. We are under attack.'

"Then, after several passes by the jets, the torpedo boats arrived. After several misses, one struck home, blasting a 40-foot-wide hole below decks and killing 25 men almost instantly. All the while, McGonagle, his right leg riddled with shrapnel, maintained command, hollering orders…

"In one of the most controversial events in U.S. military history, the lightly armed Liberty was attacked by Israeli planes, three torpedo boats and helicopters and was bombed with napalm, torpedoed and shelled on June 8, 1967, while sailing in international waters in the eastern Mediterranean Sea.

"Of the 294 men aboard the Liberty, 34 were killed and 171, including Captain McGonagle, were wounded. Though the captain managed to dodge four of five torpedoes, one struck, smashing a 40-foot hole in the ship's side." [IBID]

In an email from Jim Ennes: "The updated wounded count is 174 and three more Purple Hearts have been awarded since the 171 number was reported…I don't think he dodged anything. I think they simply missed. A 450 foot ship moving at five knots doesn't do much dodging."

"A total of 821 rocket and machine-gun holes were later counted in Liberty 's hull. Captain McGonagle had shrapnel wounds in his leg. The attack, which occurred during the Six-Day War between Israel and Arab states, was blamed by the Israelis on a mistaken identification…

"The events, shrouded in tragedy and conflict, have never been resolved. Many of those aboard the Liberty, as well as many senior U.S. officials have taken issue with the Israeli version of events. Some have accused both the U.S. and Israeli governments of concealing vital information about the incident…

"… McGonagle…held his silence for years, torn by loyalty to the Navy and love for his crew and his ship. But even he, in recent years, came to conclude the attack was deliberate…"For many years I have wanted to believe that the attack on the Liberty was pure error," Captain McGonagle said. But "it appears to me that it was not a pure case of mistaken identity. It was, on the other hand, gross incompetence and aggravated dereliction of duty on the part of many officers and men…"[IBID]

This civilian journalist and patriotic American also contends that a total lack of respect for the troops and a blatant cover-up was instituted when the American government ordered traumatized men to never speak the truth of their experiences to family, friends and media and also threatened them with court martial and worse if they did.

This civilian journalist and patriotic American also contends that the down low way of 'honoring' Captain McGonagle with the highest award the USA can give a service men is another nail in the coffin of the American Government's lack of support for our troops and is a vile, revolting, repugnant, loathsome and treasonous display of not representing we the people.

Medals of Honor are media events presented in the White House by the President, but Captain McGonagle's was 'awarded' "in a dark hall in the Naval Shipyard by a low level Secretary of the Navy," Dr. Richard Kiepfer informed me during a January 12, 2008, phone call.

On January 13, 2008, in an email to me Jim Ennes also wrote: "Admiral Moorer told me that he was asked to present it as then-Chief of Naval Operations. He protested strongly that it should be presented by the President. He was unable to make that happen, but did manage to get it kicked up to the Secretary of the Navy."

Kiepfer replied to that comment by stating, "I remember that when I learned who was presenting the highest medal the USA has without even a Cabinet person, or Congressperson in attendance, just a low level secretary of the Navy I thought, who the hell is that? My father was retired Navy and he said it was a slap in the face. My father and I accompanied the Captain, his wife and children to the event. I remember that McGonagle had to make all the reservations for the dinner the night before."

"Medal of Honor winners and their guests are traditionally treated by the United States to a luxurious dinner at a first class restaurant. Captain and Mrs. McGonagle were put up at the Shoreham Hotel…In keeping with the spirit of the affair…someone failed to notify the restaurant…The next morning Navy Secretary Paul Ignatius presented McGonagle's medal in a modest ceremony two miles from the White House. It was done with a minimum of fanfare and almost no publicity at all. It was done while the President was in the White House. And it was done within hours of a White House ceremony in which the President awarded medals to a pair of Vietnam heroes." [James E. Ennes, ASSAULT ON THE LIBERTY, pages 194-195]

Phil Tourney, another LIBERTY survivor and the former President of the USS LIBERTY Vets Association also spoke to me on the phone and clued me in, "The Congressional Medal of Honor is the highest award the USA can give service men. The point is the citation to McGonagle doesn't even mention the fact of who did the attack on the LIBERTY! I got the Bronze Star with Combat V for valor for the LIBERTY that says all this heroic stuff I did, but there is no mention of who did the attack! This is not the usual way these citations read! I received the Vietnam Service Medal and that states I was in the Republic of Vietnam, but no mention in my Bronze Star that I was attacked by Israel aboard the LIBERTY. Every Purple Heart award states who did the attack; who wounded you…In fact, there are guys that got their discharge papers-you know the DD214's-And there is no mention at all that they had ever been on the LIBERTY! 99% of the time the recipient of the Congressional Medal of Honor is presented by the President of the United States , but McGonagle's was presented in a Navy shipyard by an undersecretary of the Navy."

Dr. Kiepfer ended our phone conversation by bringing me full circle when he remarked, "Admiral McCain did say he wanted all the citations to state we were attacked by the Israeli Navy and Air Force. But I still wouldn't buy a used car from either of the McCain's or Hillary Clinton!"

About the Author

Eileen Fleming, Reporter and Editor http://www.wearewideawake.org/

Author "KEEP HOPE ALIVE" and "Memoirs of a Nice Irish American Girl's' Life in Occupied Territory"

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State of Israel Coins Israel 60 Bronze Medal in Pack $165.57 The beauty and abundance of the Land of Israel are given expression on the Land of the Deer medal struck in honor of the 60th Anniversary of Israeli Independence. Obverse:. The official logo of the 60th Anniversary celebrations appears on the obverse. Reverse:. The Biblical promise of the heritage of the Land of Israel a pleasant land (Jeremiah 3:19) is combined with the Seven Species which represent the beauty and abundance of the land of milk and honey . In the Bible Eretz Israel is likened to a deer because of its beauty and indeed a lovely deer stands proudly in the center of the medal. A heart occupies the place of Jerusalem the heart of the nation on the map of Israel. Designer:. Design of the 60th Anniversary logo: Raymond Cintas. Medal Design: Ruben Nutels. Details: 11832380 2008 Pure Silver 39.0 Diameter mm. 31.1 Weight gm.

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State of Israel Coins Petach Tikva Bronze Medal $165.57 In the summer of 1878/5638 Jews from the Old City of Jerusalem settled in a desolate swamp area that today is Petach Tikva. In 2008 the Mother of Agricultural Settlements celebrates its 130th anniversary. Over the years agriculture gave way to industry and in recent years to hi tech companies. Today Petach Tikva is among the largest and most modern cities and industrial zones in Israel. Obverse:. The Petach Tikva Medal features Old vs. New: the entrance to the home of the Baron Edmund de Rothschild alongside the city s famous Chords Bridge. The orange represents the agricultural origins of the moshava (agricultural town). Reverse:. The common reverse of all medals in the series an Israeli urban landscape the emblem of the State of Israel and the emblem of the Union of Local Authorities in Israel. Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Meir Eshel. Silver and Bronze medals: USA. Gold medal: ICMC Mint. Details: 11833380 2008 Bronze/Tombac 39.0 Diameter mm. 26.2 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Ramat Hasharon Bronze Medal $165.57 At the beginning of the 20th Century an idealistic group of new immigrants left Jaffa to build a new life. Enduring nature s hardships and threats from Arab neighbors they tilled the soil and built the City of Peace which later became Ramat Hasharon . After the State of Israel was established the small village helped build the nation by accommodating part of the large Jewish immigration from the Arab countries in tents. These immigrants in their turn contributed to the growth and prosperity of the village which today is the city of Ramat Hasharon with its green surroundings and high standards of living. Obverse:. The Ramat Hasharon. Reverse:. On the common reverse of all the medals in the series an Israeli urban landscape the emblem of the State of Israel and the emblem of the Union of Local Authorities in Israel. Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Meir Eshel. Silver and Bronze medals: USA. Gold medal: ICMC Mint. Details: 11817380 2008 Bronze/Tombac 39.0 Diameter mm. 26.8 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Jerusalem Reunification Bronze Medal $201.79 The 40th Anniversary of the Reunification of Jerusalem is being marked in Israel by many official events and at our Corporation by the striking of a State Medal. Since King David made the city the capital of his kingdom more than three thousand years ago Jerusalem has remained the capital of the Jewish people. At the end of the War of Independence in 1948 Jerusalem was divided into two and the city that was declared the capital of the State of Israel by the Knesset in April 1949 remained divided for 19 years until the Six Day War of 1967. On June 7 1967 28 Iyar 5727 less than three days after the outbreak of the war Israeli troops claimed victory over the opposing forces defending the Old City. The Israel Government declared Jerusalem Day a symbol of the historic bond between the city and the Jewish people and of its reunification. In 1980 the Knesset enacted the Basic Law Jerusalem declaring the united city of Jerusalem to be capital of Israel. The 40th Anniversary of Reunification is being celebrated throughout the year. Obverse:. The official emblem of these celebrations decorates the obverse of this new State Medal. Reverse:. On the reverse the Western Wall the heart of the city and the most revered site. Edge:. Designer:. Igal Gabay. Gold medal: The Government Mint Jerusalem. Silver and Bronze medals: Hecht Mint Tel Aviv. Details: 11770700 2007 Bronze 70.0 Diameter mm. 140.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Navy Submarine Bronze Medal $181.09 The Ships of the Israel Navy FiveMedal Set is dedicated to the soldiers of the Navy who have devoted their lives to ensuring the security of Israel s coastlines. The Medal Set has been issued in conjunction with and overseen by the Israel Navy Veterans Association. The Israel Navy was established in 1948. Its very first fleet consisted of the clandestine immigrant ships and the first core of the Navy was formed in part from the Palyam (sea unit of the Palmach). Over the years the Israel Navy has taken part in many operations including the War of Independence in 1948 when it gained control over the sea despite Egypt s recognized command in the area the 1956 Sinai Campaign Six Day War in 1967 War of Attrition (196970) Yom Kippur War in 1973 Peace for Galilee War in 1982 and it has aborted many terrorist penetration attempts from the sea among them Karine A in 2002. The quality of its soldiers together with its sophisticated ships and naval equipment put the Israel Navy in good stead to face future tasks successfully and secure Israel s coastlines. The submarine is an underwater craft capable of carrying out wartime offensive operations and routine intelligencegathering in normal times. In 1959 Israel s first two submarines the Sclass Tanin and Rahav acquired in Britain entered the service and were operational until 1967 the Tanin taking part in an impressive and daring operation during the Six Day War. The next generation was also acquired in the U.K.three Tclass subs the Livyatan Dakar and Dolphin. Tragically the Dakar mysteriously disappeared on its way from Portsmouth to Haifa on January 25th 1968. Its remains were found only 31 years later on the sea floor between Cyprus and Crete. In the 1970s the Vickers shipyard in Britain built for the Israel Navy Gal class submarines based on a German design. They proved reliable and effective. In 1999 Israel s submarine fleet was enhanced by three new advanced Dolphin class submarines the Dolphin Livyatan and Tekumah b

State of Israel Coins Good Luck Bronze Medal $201.79 Our GOOD LUCK Medal is the perfect way to send your wishes for success. Obverse:. The Hebrew word (Behatzlacha) for GOOD LUCK . A silkscreen with a bouquet of flowers stemming from the letter Lamed . Reverse:. Sunshine in the background. Above it the words May he succeed in all he does in Hebrew and the words GOOD LUCK in English. Edge:. State of Israel Emblem with the words State of Israel in Hebrew and English. Designer:. Avraham Pat. Silkscreen:. Eli Garbel. Details: 15288702 1998 Bronze/Tombac 70.0 Diameter mm. 70.0 Weight gm.

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State of Israel Coins Eli Cohen Bronze Medal $201.79 The Eli Cohen Medal is an Israel State Medal issued to perpetuate the memory of our man in Damascus who was hanged at the scaffold in May 1965. Eli Cohen was born in Alexandria Egypt in 1924. He joined the Zionist Movement was active in the Sinai Campaign and made Aliya to Israel with his family. He joined the Israel Intelligence Service in 1960 and his goal was to be Damascus. The Mosad created an appropriate identification for him a business man living in Buenos Aires returning to Syria the land of his birth. From 196165 he succeeded in penetrating the highest level of the Syrian Authorities and establishing contacts with Military and Security Officials. He transmitted vital information to Israel. In January 1965 he was caught in action sentenced to death and on May 18 was hanged in the town center. Before his death he asked to convey the message to his family that he had fulfilled his duty and remained loyal to his people and land up until his last moment. Obverse:. The medal face bears the portrait of Eli Cohen and his name in Hebrew and English. Reverse:. The reverse depicts iron rods in the shape of a Star of David symbolizing the prison bars the Israel State Emblem and Mosad Emblem. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the serial number and metal. Designer:. Ruben Nutels. Silver and Bronze Medals: Kretschmer Jerusalem. Gold Medal: Government Mint Jerusalem. Details: 11300700 2002 Bronze/Tombac 70.0 Diameter mm. 140.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Hakhel Medal Bronze in Pack $165.57 The source of the Hakhel (gathering together) precept is in Deuteronomy31:12. In Temple times the Hakhel event was one of the most glorious events that was held on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem once in seven years on the Succot following the Shemitah Year (the sabbatical year of the land when it was to be left fallow). With the return to Zion the Hakhel custom was reintroduced in 1945 and since then it has taken place every seven years enhancing the unity among the people of Israel. The official Hakhel Medal is a tangible expression of the impressive Hakhel event. Depicted on the medal are the Jubilee Shofars the Walls of Jerusalem the gathering of the people and the King reading from the Torah the Book of the Law. Around this dramatic artistic rendering is the beautiful and moving inscription Israel One People One Heart . Today more than ever this medal is a must for each and every one of us. It is a mark of solidarity and identification with Israel and our people. Obverse:. Jubilee Shofars the Walls of Jerusalem the gathering of the people and the King reading from the Torah the Book of the Law. Inscription: Israel One People One Heart . Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Aharon Shevo. Details: 11485390 2002 Bronze in Pack 38.0 Diameter mm. 28.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Beit Shemesh Bronze Medal $165.57 The second medal in this series a special national initiative in cooperation with the Union of Local Authorities in Israel honors the city of Beit Shemesh. Beit Shemesh is a city of the future with a rich and distinguished past. The sons of Aaron the Priest were here 3 300 years ago and the Kings of Judaea waged wars on her borders. Situated between Jerusalem and the coastal plain blessed with breathtaking views of forests and nature preserves moderate climate and clear mountain air Beit Shemesh is enjoying an unprecedented period of building expansion and immigrant absorption. Obverse:. On the face of the medal a sculpture of the Holy Ark by the artist Afik Peli located in the Beit Shemesh Sculpture Garden; in the background the Education Center. Around the circumference appears the verse: and they of Beit Shemesh were reaping...and saw the Ark and rejoiced... (Samuel I 6). Reverse:. On the common reverse of all the medals in the series an urban landscape the emblem of the State of Israel and the emblem of the Union of Local Authorities in Israel. Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Meir Eshel. Silver and Bronze medals: USA. Gold medal: ICMC Mint. Details: 11780390 2008 Bronze 39.0 Diameter mm. 26.8 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Ariel Bronze Medal $165.57 Out of the dreams and ideology of the few Ariel became a reality. The city was established in 1978 in accordance with the decision of the Israeli government and its first residents were 40 families from among the employees of Israel s Military and Aerospace Industries. Today the population is young and varied: young couples students and new immigrants. The Ariel University of Samaria is flourishing as an academic center and the industrial area provides employment for thousands of local residents. With its spectacular Judean Hills landscape and its clean fresh air Ariel is a thriving strong and stable city offering healthy living and wellbeing to all its residents. The Ariel Medal will be sent automatically at a reduced price and postage paid to all Cities of Israel subscribers that have placed a standing order. The silver and bronze medals are encased in transparent plastic easily inserted into the special collector s album. To date the medals in this series honor the following cities: Nes Tziona Beit Shemesh Kiryat Gat Ramat Hasharon Migdal Haemek Petach Tikva and Sderot. Obverse:. Ariel A City of Health and Wellbeing. Reverse:. Cities of Israel . Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Keren Nutels. Details: 11827380 Bronze in pack 39.0 Diameter mm. 26.8 Weight gm.

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State of Israel Coins Thank You Bronze Medal $201.79 I wanted to say. Thank you so much . But words would not convey. My feeling as such. Now have I found. A true token of worth . An Israel State Medallion;. The most beautiful way on earth. To say Thanks a million . Obverse:. The words for thank you in Hebrew Yiddish Czech French German English Russian Arabic Spanish and Japanese from top to bottom. Reverse:. The Hebrew word todah (thank you) with a flower as the letter vav . Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left with serial number. Bronze/tombac medal BRONZE in Hebrew and English; Silver 45mm medal SILVER 935 in Hebrew and English; Silver 37mm medal STERLING SILVER in Hebrew and English; Gold medal G.585 in Hebrew and English. Serialization:. All medals are numbered. Designer:. Nathan Karp. Bronze/tombac Hecht. Gold The Government Mint. Details: 15186706 1990 Bronze/Tombac 70.0 Diameter mm. 140.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Jordan River Bronze Medal $181.09 The Jordan is the largest and most famous river in Israel. Important events have taken place at the Jordan River and it is considered very holy in both Jewish and Christian traditions. The Jordan begins on the slopes of Mt. Hermon. It flows southward to the Sea of Galilee then through the Jordan Valley to the Dead Sea a total length of 500 km. and a descent of about 1 000 m. Numerous streams feed the Jordan from the Samaria hills in the west the Golan heights and the Gilead in the east and from the Banias River at the foot of Mt. Hermon. A talmudic legend tells us that the name of the Jordan comes from Dan one of its sources. Obverse:. The winding Jordan River as seen in a satellite photograph. In the north part of the Sea of Galilee and in the south part of the Dead Sea. Along the circumference the words JORDAN RIVER in Hebrew and English. Reverse:. The Banias Waterfall one of the sources of the Jordan in the midst of rich vegetation with Mt. Hermon in the background. Top right along the circumference the word BANIAS in Hebrew and English. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left with serial number. Bronze/tombac medal BRONZE in Hebrew and English; Silver medal SILVER 935 in Hebrew and English. Serialization:. All medals are numbered. Designer:. Yaacov Enyedi. Bronze/tombac Hecht. Silver The Government Mint. Details: 15179597 1990 Bronze/tombac 59.0 Diameter mm. 98.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Apache Bronze Medal $181.09 This fascinating series of medals commemorates the airplanes of the Israeli Air Force. Each one made its mark on the history of the country and is associated with its specific period of operation. The planes have been reproduced in precise detail on the medals designed by Eliezer Weishoff in consultation with the Public Committee headed by the former Commander of the Air Force Major General Eitan Ben Eliahu. The Apache helicopters (known as the Cobra in Israel) joined the ranks of operational service in 1990 and have participated in numerous combat operations and hundreds of routine security missions against terrorist sightings. It is the third medal in the historic series commemorating the aircraft of the Israel Air Force. Obverse:. The Apache helicopter hovering above a stream; the word APACHE is inscribed in Hebrew and English along the upper section of the medal. Reverse:. A stylized design of a bird in flight with the hills of Jerusalem above it and the Israeli Air Force emblem below it; the verse HIS WINGS SHALL FILL THE BREADTH OF THY LAND (Isaiah is inscribed in Hebrew along the upper border of the medal and in English along the lower border. The silver/925 proof medal is with goldplated sterling silver insert and the bronze proof medal is with sterling silver insert. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the serial number and metal. Designer:. Eliezer Weishoff. Bronze and Silver medals: Romania. Gold medal: The Government Mint Israel. Details: 11420500 2002 Bronze / Tombac Proof 50.0 Diameter mm. 40.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Sderot Bronze Medal in Pack $165.57 The first settlers arrived in the Sderot transit camp in 1953 fulfilling the vision of populating the Negev. Its location was intended to buffer the center of the country from the Gaza Strip. Sderot s first permanent homes were built in 1955. Settlers from Iran Iraq and Kurdistan were later joined by immigrants from North Africa Romania the former Soviet Union and Ethiopia. Factories in the Sapirim Industrial Park provide employment and Sapir College attracts students from all parts of Israel. Since 2004 Sderot has been under constant attack of Qassam missiles from Gaza which have caused injury death and destruction. Culture especially music continues to flourish despite the security and economic situation. The residents of Sderot merit praise and support for their steadfastness and resistance under the most difficult conditions. The Sderot medal will be sent automatically at a lower price and with no charge for shipping to subscribers who have a Standing Order for the Cities in Israel series. Silver and bronze medals come in transparent plastic packs which can be housed in a special album. Six medals have thus far been issued: Ness Ziona Beit Shemesh Kiryat Gat Ramat Hasharon Migdal Haemeq and Petach Tikva. Obverse:. Sderot . Reverse:. On the common reverse of all the medals in the series an urban landscape the emblem of the State of Israel and the emblem of the Union of Local Authorities in Israel. Edge:. All medals have smooth edges. Designer:. Gideon Sagai. Bronze and Silver medals: Bulgaria. Gold medal: ICMC Mint. Details: 11848380 2009 Bronze in pack 39.0 Diameter mm. 26.8 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Mirage Airplane Bronze Medal $181.09 This series of medals commemorates the airplanes of the Israeli Air Force. Each one made its mark on the history of the country and is associated with its specific period of operation. The planes have been reproduced in precise detail on the medals designed by Eliezer Weishoff in consultation with the Public Committee headed by the former Commander of the Air Force Major General Eitan Ben Eliahu. The first Frenchmade Mirage airplanes arrived in Israel in 1962 and they have participated in numerous combat operations every since. The Mirage made history on July 14 1966 when it shot down a Syrian MIG 21 in the first air battle between two Mach 2 airplanes. The plane gained supremacy throughout the region during the Six Day War with its attacks on the Egyptian airfields and continued to reign throughout the War or Attrition and the Yom Kippur War downing hundreds of enemy planes. The plane served as the basic design for the development of other fighter planes by the Israel Aircraft Industry such as the Nesher and the Kfir . Obverse:. The Mirage in flight with the Jerusalem landscape in the background; the word MIRAGE III appears in Hebrew and in English along the upper border of the medal. Reverse:. A stylized design of a bird in flight with the hills of Jerusalem above it and the Israeli Air Force emblem below it; the verse HIS WINGS SHALL FILL THE BREADTH OF THY LAND (Isaiah is inscribed in Hebrew along the upper border of the medal and in English along the lower border. The silver/925 proof medal is with goldplated sterling silver insert and the bronze proof medal is with sterling silver insert. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the serial number and metal. Designer:. Eliezer Weishoff. Bronze and Silver medals: Romania. Gold medal: The Government Mint Israel. Details: 11528500 2003 Bronze / Tombac Proof 50.0 Diameter mm. 40.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Hanukka Bronze Medal (38.5mm) $165.57 The eight days of Hanukka which begin on the 25th of Kislev are days of joy. At the entrances of houses lamps are lit in order to show the miracle of the flask of oil. During the Second Temple period when Hellenistic kings issued decrees harmful to Israel preventing them from studying Torah and performing mitzvot and desecrated the Temple a miracle occurred: Having achieved victory over their enemies the Hasmoneans entered the Temple and there found a single flask of pure oil enough to burn for one day. This flask lasted eight days. To commemorate this a light is added on each successive night of the holiday until all eight burn on the final day. The symbolism of victory of few over many and freedom are relevant to this day. Obverse:. Stylized Hanukka lamp which incorporates the Hebrew word Hanukka in its branches. Below along the circumference the inscription HANUKKA . Reverse:. A flask of oil from which a drop is poured. The Hebrew inscription on the lamp says a great miracle occurred here . Along the circumference the Hebrew inscription who performed miracles for our forefathers . Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left serial number and metal BRONZE in Hebrew and English. Serialization:. All medals are numbered. Designer:. Alex Deutsch. Bronze/tombac Kremnica Mint Slovakia. Details: 15255380 Bronze 38.5 Diameter mm. 30.2 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Golani Brigade Bronze Medal $201.79 The Golani Brigade is the finest and most veteran of the IDF brigades dating back to the early days of Statehood in 1948. Golani soldiers have participated in all of Israel s wars and operations from the Jordan Valley to the Golan Heights. They defended the Golan Heights and the Mr. Hermon outpost during the Yom Kippur War and helped to remove the treat of terror during Operation Peace for the Galilee in 1982. Golani forces were stationed throughout the country during the Intifada and served as a protective wall of defense. The brigade is traditionally known for its sense of brotherhood and fighting spirit. Its emblems are evidence of the deep bond with the country: the earthcolored beret the badge displaying an olive tree and flag in shades of Galilee greens and desert yellows. Obverse:. The image of a Golani soldier equipped for battle with an olive tree in the background. The words My Golani appear in Hebrew to the right. Reverse:. The Golani emblem embedded on a map of Israel indicating the brigade s sites; the words Golani Brigade appear in Hebrew to the left and a list of the sites are inscribed in Hebrew around the border of the medal. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the serial number and metal. Designer:. Avraham Pat in consultation with Colonel Yom Tov Hazan Director of the Golan Museum. Silver and Bronze medals: Bulgaria. Gold medal: The Government Mint Israel. Details: 11544700 2003 Bronze / Tombac 70.0 Diameter mm. 70.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Shoshana Damari Bronze Medal $201.79 Israeli singer Shoshana Damari was born in Yemen in 1923 and came to Eretz Israel while still an infant. As a child she performed with her mother and at age 14 she began to sing on the radio. Her first solo concert appearance was at age 16. In 1945 writer Natan Alterman and composer Moshe Vilenski wrote the song Calaniot (Anemones) which was a huge success and became Shoshana Damari s signature song. Her performances before and in the years following the establishment of the State of Israel came to symbolize the young nation and her strong alto voice with its Yemenite intonation introduced Middle Eastern music to Israeli culture. Damari became a musical ambassador for Israel including appearances at Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center in New York. In 1988 she was awarded the Israel Prize for her contribution to Israeli vocal music. With her unmistakable voice flowing gowns elaborate earrings and vivacious personality Shoshana Damari was the undisputed Queen of Israeli Music. Shoshana Damari died in February 2006. The medal issue was overseen by a Public Committee: Naava Bosmi (the daughter of Shoshana Damari) Nahum Bosmi Gila Almagor Yitzhak Navon Benny Gaon Avigdor Kahalani and Doron Levinson. We acknowledge the contribution of the Association for the Enhancement of the Culture of Yemenite Jewry. We thank Natan Slor for permission to use words from Calaniot by Natan Alterman on the medal. Obverse:. On the face of the medal the likeness of Shoshana Damari in performance. Reverse:. On the reverse anemones along with words from the song Calaniot by Natan Alterman. Edge:. Smooth. Designer:. Eliezer Weishoff. Silver and Bronze medals: Hecht Mint. Gold medal: ICMC Mint. Details: 11778700 2007 Bronze / Tombac 70.0 Diameter mm. 140.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Happy Birthday Bronze Medal $181.09 For the first time ever you can wish your loved ones a Happy Birthday with a state medal or adillion. This is a lasting valuable and unforgettable birthday card. Obverse:. A bow symbolizing a birthday present and the words HAPPY BIRTHDAY in Hebrew and English. Reverse:. The words till 120 the traditional Jewish birthday wish in Hebrew and English. In the bronze medal the inscription is surrounded by concentric circles of numbers from 1 to 120. The silver and gold medals have a bouquet of flowers to the right of the inscription. Edge:. Bronze/tombac and silver medals State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left with serial number. Bronze/tombac medal BRONZE in Hebrew and English; Silver medal SILVER 935 in Hebrew and English; Gold medal milled. Serialization:. Bronze/tombac and silver medals are numbered. Designer:. Obverse Lili Sheer. Reverse Ruben Nutels. Moshe Man. Silver and gold reverse Tidhar Dagan. Bronze/tombac Hecht. Silver 19 mm. Kretschmer. Silver 37 mm. The Government Mint. Details: 15166594 1990 Bronze/tombac 59.0 Diameter mm. 98.0 Weight gm.

Eretz Israel Museum $70.1 High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles The Eretz Israel Museum is a historical and archeological museum in the Ramat Aviv neighborhood of Tel Aviv, Israel.From an exhibit of Judaica at the Eretz Israel Museum, a bronze menorah designed by Maurice Ascalon. Eretz Israel Museum, established in 1953, has a large display of archaeological, anthropological and historical artifacts organized in a series of exhibition pavilions on its grounds. Each pavilion is dedicated to a different subject: glassware, ceramics, coins, copper and more.The museum also has a planetarium. The Man and His Work wing features live demonstrations of ancient methods of weaving, jewelry and pottery making, grain grinding and bread baking. Tel Quasile, an excavation in which 12 distinct layers of culture have been uncovered, is on the grounds of the museum. Author: Surhone, Lambert M./ Tennoe, Mariam T./ Henssonow, Susan F. Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 84 Publication Date: 2010/09/04 Language: English Dimensions: 9.02 x 5.98 x 0.20 inches

State of Israel Coins Monitin Mordechai Bronze Medal $181.09 The Midrash relates that Mordechai was Great in the House of the King and renowned in all the lands .... and for what was his Monitin his reputation sack and ashes on the one hand and a golden crown on the other . According to the Midrash the coin issued in honor of Mordechai depicts the upturning of circumstances from death decree and mourning to joy and royalty. Mordechai first sits in fast clothed in sack and ashes praying and beseeching for the annulation of the harsh decree. Finally he goes out before the King in royal attire...and the City of Shushan rejoiced and was glad . The coin publicized the miracle that occurred to the Jews. The Mordechai Medal concludes the series of four medals whose designs are based on the descriptions in the Midrash of the coins issued in honor of the four renowed biblical personalities: Abraham Joshua David and Mordechai. Obverse:. Mordechai sits fasting clothed in sack and ashes; the words Mordechai Coin in Hebrew and English. Reverse:. The royal crown the Jews rejoicing and the words Mordechai was great in the King s house in English and Hebrew. Edge:. State emblem with the words STATE OF ISRAEL inscribed in Hebrew on the right and in English on the left; the metal and serial number. Designer:. Face: Tamar Tsahar. Reverse: Naamah Lidrar. Silver and Bronze Medals: Romania. Gold medal: Israel Coins and Medals Mint. Details: 11733590 2007 Bronze 59.0 Diameter mm. 98.0 Weight gm.

State of Israel Coins Nazareth Bronze Medal $181.09 During its first centuries Nazareth was inhabited by Jews only. Over the generations its Christian population grew because of its sacred significance for them. At the end of the 12th century and in the wake of the wars that followed the city was destroyed by the Moslem conquerors. It was only in 1620 that Amir Fachat permitted the Franciscan monks to build churches and monasteries there. Today Nazareth is filled with shrines attracting Christian pilgrims among them the Church of Annunciation the largest among Catholic churches in the Middle East. Obverse:. A modernistic panorama of the city consisting of horizontal lines of five different degrees of thickness. On the rim below Nazareth in English. Reverse:. A section of an inscription on marble dating from the 4th century discovered in Caesarea. Inscribed on the section is the fact that the 18th of the priestly watches that served in the temple came from Nazareth. This archeological discovery proves the Jewish character of Nazareth during the early centuries of C.E. On the rim the legend The 18th course Hapizzes Nazareth in Hebrew and English. Edge:. The State emblem and the words State of Israel in Hebrew and English. The silver medals bear Silver 935 in Hebrew and Silver in English. Serialization:. All the medals are numbered. Designer:. Obverse Studio Ness. Reverse Ya akov Anidi. Bronze Hecht. Silver Israel Government Mint. Jerusalem. Details: 15083592 1981 Bronze/Tombac 59.0 Diameter mm. 98.0 Weight gm.