21 ottob 1948 anni - Battle of Beersheba

Descrizione:

The Battle of Beersheba, part of Operation Yoav during the 1948 Arab–Israeli War, was a crucial Israeli offensive aimed at seizing Beersheba on October 21, 1948. This operation helped sever the Egyptian expeditionary force's supply route in the eastern wing and bolstered Israel's territorial claims to the Negev Desert.

Background: Previously, plans to capture Beersheba were postponed due to intense fighting elsewhere. However, successes in Operation Yoav opened a land corridor from the Negev, allowing a strategic shift to focus on Beersheba. The town was vital as it linked Egypt to its forces between Hebron and Bethlehem.

Israeli Forces and Strategy: Commanded by the Negev Brigade and the 89th Battalion, Israeli forces launched their attack early on October 21. They faced about 500 Egyptian soldiers, who were caught off-guard despite the fortified positions around Beersheba.

Battle Dynamics: The offensive began at 04:00 with an artillery barrage followed by infantry movements. Despite initial setbacks, including delays and a disorganized attack plan, the Israelis managed to surround and capture key positions by mid-morning. The Egyptian troops, overwhelmed and disorganized, surrendered the town's police station at 09:15, marking the end of the battle.

Aftermath: The capture of Beersheba had significant military and political repercussions. It not only disrupted Egyptian military logistics but also solidified Israeli control over the Negev, influencing subsequent military operations and settlement policies. The town itself was quickly repopulated with Jewish immigrants, transforming its demographic and political landscape.

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