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Widow of Fallen IDF Commander Enters Officer Training Course
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First reported by Mako · 30 minutes ago
What happened
Ariel Ben Shimon, whose husband Lt. Col. Dor Ben Shimon was killed in Lebanon, is now attending the same command course he was pursuing. The couple, both officers, shared a military life and a friendly rivalry over promotions. Ariel is continuing their shared path to honor his memory and raise their two daughters.
- 01Widow of fallen commander attends officer training course.
- 02Husband was killed in Lebanon by an explosive drone.
- 03Wife encouraged him to continue his military career.
- 04Couple met in the military and shared a competitive spirit.
- 05She is raising their two young daughters alone.
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