The Israeli Special Forces' operation at Entebbe goes down in history as one of the most audacious counter-terrorist assaults ever conducted. On 27 June 1976, four terrorists-two of the Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine and two of the German Baader-Meinhof group - hijacked a passenger jet and forced a landing in Entebbe, Uganda. Here they were met by reinforcements,and although releasing a few hostages, transferred all the Jewish and Israeli Prisoners to the terminal building. As...
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.
Introduction 4The Hijacking of Air France Flight 139 10The Israeli Plans 25Operation Thunderbolt - Kadur Ha-Ra'am 35Aftermath 59Bibliography 63Index 64\\