Brother of Fallen Officer Appointed Commander of Elite Golani Battalion
Translated & summarized from Kipa by baba
Major D., whose brother Major Bnei Shara'ev was killed in Operation Protective Edge in 2014, has been appointed commander of the 13th Battalion in the Golani Brigade. The appointment is particularly poignant given the family's loss and Major D.'s decision to continue in combat roles. Bnei Shara'ev fell in battle near Rafah at age 26, leaving a legacy of bravery.
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- Major D. appointed commander of Golani Brigade's 13th Battalion.
- His brother, Major Bnei Shara'ev, was killed in Operation Protective Edge.
- Bnei Shara'ev fell in battle near Rafah on August 1, 2014.
- The appointment holds special significance due to the family's loss.
- Major D. continued combat service after his brother's death.
Major D., brother of the late Major Bnei Shara'ev, was appointed commander of the 13th Battalion in the Golani Brigade on Thursday. The appointment carries significant emotional weight, as Bnei Shara'ev was killed in action during Operation Protective Edge in 2014. He fell on August 1, 2014, in a battle near Rafah along with Lieutenant Hadar Goldin and Sergeant Liel Gidoni, just weeks before his planned wedding.
Despite the profound personal loss, Major D. chose to continue his combat service. His appointment to lead the 13th Battalion, a significant command within the Golani Brigade where he began his service as a soldier, marks a major milestone in his military career. This advancement underscores his commitment to a combat path, even after experiencing such a heavy family tragedy.
Bnei Shara'ev was remembered by his peers as a prominent and courageous commander. In his last conversation with his mother, about an hour before his death, she was surprised to learn he had returned to fighting in Gaza after having already left the Strip. He fell in battle shortly thereafter, leaving behind a legacy of combat and command that continues to inspire his family years later.
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