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ISRAEL
ARMY T SHIRT
With the
original symbol of the IDF
The IDF was
founded May 26, 1948 after the establishment of the state of Israel "to protect
the inhabitants of Israel and to combat all forms of terrorism which threaten
the daily life".
The IDF succeeded the Haganah (in
particular, its operational branch, the Palmach) as the
permanent army of the Jewish state. It was also joined by former elements of the
Jewish Brigade that fought under the British flag during World War II.
After the
establishment of the IDF the two Jewish underground organizations the
Etzel and Lehi joined with
the IDF in a loose confederation but were allowed to operate independently in
some sectors until the end of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, after which these two organizations were disbanded, and
their members integrated into the IDF. The modern IDF came into existence during
the period from 1949 to 1956 by experience gained through regional conflicts
with their Arab neighbours. From 1956 to 1966, the IDF faced less
conflict and used this time to purchase new equipment and change from an upstart
army to a professional fighting force. As well, this period allegedly saw
Israel develop its
nuclear capability. Following these
developments, the IDF increasingly emerged as one of the most powerful and
modern military forces in the world.
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