*The Story of the Yom Kippur War*

On October 1973, on Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement, Israel’s enemies chose to strike an unexpected blow. For days, the survival of Israel hung on a silk thread. Then the tiny state caught its balance and was able to turn the cards.

This DVD tells the story of Israel's miraculous military victory over Egypt & Syria. Outnumbered and nearly defeated, Israeli troops turned the tide and managed to rout the Egyptians and Syrians, ending the War with the IDF on the outskirts of Cairo and Damascus.

Probably the most horrible war Israel has ever known, this war was a crucial point in the history of Israel, bringing about many changes and leaving a lasting scar in the hearts and minds of the Israeli people.

This excellent documentary covers the Arab-Israeli conflict and captures the spirit of the times vividly and poignantly, with real footage taken during the war, depicting the action on both the war and home fronts.


Features

* Detailed maps of land conquest
* Visual illustration of attack points
* Excerpts from Minister of Defense Moshe Dayan's famous address
* Narration in English and French
* 30 minutes.

Director: Leo Filer
Israeli Film Service.