Battalion HQ

paul · Post by **paul** » Wed Jun 29, 2016 2:45 am

Welcome Tom,

If I remember what I have read and seen on the Arab-Israel fight then I would suggest that for the Israeli side the battalion would usually be at the front with the forces though with the one further back. This was so they could make quick changes on the battlefield and exploit opportunities.

The Arab side probably was in the back coordinating the units and did not respond to changes in the battle very well. In most cases, the Egyptian commanders would be lost once the plan started changing. Jordan and Syria usually just bull rushed so I do not see much command going on there.

Cama started looking into the period so hopefully he can add to the discussion.

Regards,

Paul

traveller · Post by **traveller** » Wed Jun 29, 2016 3:58 am

I know nothing about this subject but maybe this book would help.

Tank Battles in Miniature 5: Wargamers' Guide to the Arab-Israeli Wars Since 1948

I have the other books in this series and have found them very helpful, full of information

kfeltenberger · Post by **kfeltenberger** » Wed Jun 29, 2016 7:50 am

Tom,

I would strongly suggest Avigdor Kahalani's book, "The Heights Of Courage" about his experiences as a battalion commander on the Golan Heights during the '73 war. It is a fascinating read and gives a good illustration of how tenacious the fighting was.

https://www.amazon.com/Heights-Courage- ... of+courage