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Atur, Solomon

Atur, Solomon


Son of Moshe and Shoshana. He was born on June 13, 1939 in Tel Aviv. Shlomo graduated with honors from the Kalischer School in Tel Aviv and then was forced to contribute to the economy of the home. Despite the difficulties of life, Shlomo learned of his healthy sense of humor and of his love for Yemenite parties and weddings. Shlomo loved to read literature. He always came to the aid of friends and friends and used to encourage his friends when he was worn out. He enlisted in May 1957 and volunteered for the Paratroopers Brigade, where he acquired a great love for parachuting, in which he saw a challenge to overcome his fear. With all his Lev and soul he was connected to the land and he used to take his family and friends for trips around the country. From time to time he would go on reserve duty and at the outbreak of the Six-Day War he would be called to the flag. In a battle that took place in the Old City of Jerusalem, while driving in a vehicle, mortar fire hit him and killed him; It was the fourth day of the battles, it was Iyar 5727 (8.6.1967). Shlomo fought heroically while showing courage and willingness to sacrifice. He left a wife, a son and a daughter. He was laid to rest in the military cemetery on Mount Herzl in Jerusalem.

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