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Amit, Amir

Amit, Amir


Son of Haim and Rachel. He was born on February 18, 1951 in Haifa. He studied at the Bialik Elementary School and at the Leo Baeck Elementary School in Haifa. He continued his studies at the Kfar Galim High School and at Kadouri Agricultural School. When he studied at the agricultural school, he worked in a cowshed and loved the work. He saw his future in the work of the land and dreamed of a farm or farm shared by him and his friends. Amir’s mother died when he was 10 years old. His father married Ruth and from then until his death Amir had a mother and a close friend. From childhood he had been naughty, but it was hard to be angry with him for he was kind and clever. Amir was a member of the Scouts movement in Haifa and took part in the drama club of his school in acting and singing. He was also a gymnastics and volleyball enthusiast. He was a solid boy in his body and character. Alive and vibrant, with great energy and self-confidence. He could talk to him on any subject, and he would speak confidently and convince his interlocutor of matters he did not know about. But even in his boast he was full of humor. He was kind to nature and loved to help others. He always excelled in optimism and from a young age decided on his way to the future. Amir wanted to make progress and improve. He did not waste his time and always did something. He liked to tell stories, sing, rejoice, laugh and drink. He always invented original tricks and his presence was a cheerful atmosphere in his company. Amir was drafted into the IDF at the end of July 1970, and as a member of the Kedar Group, he was posted to the Nahal Brigade. After completing his basic training in the Nahal Brigade, he was successfully assigned to the Air Force and was sent to a pilot’s course, and after completing an advanced course he was placed in a squadron of helicopters, He was writing a game, imitating, singing and directing the performances, and sometimes preparing the party with Amir was as interesting as the party itself, and Amir understood the others and was able to encourage and reassure them. He was a very sensitive and vulnerable Amir, he loved babies, wanted a child of his own, and was excited to see young parents with their baby. He was proud and Simcha in his home, and Amir was promoted to lieutenant in July 1973. His commander saw him as a good, honest, independent and loyal officer who took part in the Yom Kippur War as a pilot and performed his tasks with courage On his recommendation, he was approved for an early-level upgrade to July 1974, but he did not receive it. Amir’s last job was the pilot of the Super-Farlon helicopter, and in this capacity he dealt a great deal in rescuing the wounded. Everyone valued his dedication, knowledge and ability to perform, and noted that many people owe him their lives. On the 27th of Iyar 5734 (27.4.1974), while carrying out his role as pilot Super-Farlon and evacuating the wounded from the outpost on Mount Hermon, the helicopter fell, and all the people, including Amir, were killed and brought to rest in the military cemetery in Haifa. Left a wife, a father, a stepmother, and a sister in a letter of condolence to the bereaved family: “In the squadron, Amir left an unusual social figure; He brought great momentum and morale to his natural behavior. He had difficult arguments on many issues. He always insisted and did not give up, but when he was convinced, he was willing to contribute and push, as if he had initiated the idea. In the war, before and after it, the atmosphere was cheerful and relaxed, so necessary in difficult situations. This was his great contribution to the squadron. “His family published a book in his memory, including the words of family members and friends, as well as parts of his letters.

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