Netanya

Museum of Jewish Battalions

Avihail village, near Netanya

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The Museum of Jewish Battalions is located in the village of Avichail and was founded by veterans of Jewish battalions of the British Mandate Army.

The museum tells the story of Jewish battalions during the First World War. Jews from England, America and Canada joined the British army to liberate the country from the Turkish invaders. Jewish battalions played a key role in the Israel Defense Forces.

In the museum you can see photos, documents, flags, weapons and maps. It also hosts a movie viewing and a light-sound presentation telling about past events.

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