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Yaki Hetz, Ammunition Hill Hero and Defense Innovator, Dies at 80
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Yaakov (Yaki) Hetz, a decorated veteran of the Six-Day War battle for Jerusalem's Ammunition Hill and an Israel Defense Prize laureate, has died at age 80. Hetz received the Medal of Courage for his bravery during the battle and later contributed to defense innovation, including the concept for the Maoz drone. He also served in the Yom Kippur War and dedicated his life to preserving the memory of the battle, publishing his autobiography in 2023.
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- Yaakov (Yaki) Hetz, hero of the Ammunition Hill battle and defense innovator, died at 80.
- Hetz received the Medal of Courage for leading soldiers under fire during the Six-Day War.
- He was instrumental in overcoming a Jordanian bunker by using explosives.
- Hetz contributed to defense innovation, inspiring the Maoz attack drone concept.
- He also served in the Yom Kippur War and received a commendation for rescuing soldiers.
- Hetz dedicated his life to remembrance and education, publishing his autobiography in 2023.
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