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Loftglass, Haim

Loftglass, Haim

Son of Esther and Aryeh, was born on August 4, 1961 in Givatayim. Haim attended the Borochov elementary school and completed his studies in a sociological-literary track in high school – both in Givatayim. During his studies, he was a member of a youth movement and joined the “Agur” nucleus. Haim was drafted into the IDF in early January 1980, and volunteered for a paratroop brigade. After basic training, he was placed in a regular paratrooper unit. On the 2nd of Sivan 5761 (July 3, 1981), Chaim fell in the line of duty and was put to rest at the military cemetery in Kiryat Shaul, after which he was promoted to the rank of corporal Haim left behind his parents and brother In a letter of condolences to the bereaved family, His commander: “Haim was an exemplary soldier, quiet, responsible, serious and alert. With little physical strength and mental strength. Active in the movement and motivated by a belief in his ability to guide and educate young youth to lofty ideals. Haim volunteered for the unit, aware of the demands for difficulties and dangers. His choice of the hard path actually attests to his strength and determination. “

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