Yad La-Shiryon, Military museum in Latrun, Israel.
The museum displays over 160 armored combat vehicles, including tanks from World War II, Israeli military forces, and captured enemy equipment.
The museum stands at a former British police station that witnessed major battles during Israel's War of Independence and the Six-Day War.
The memorial site features a computerized record database and commemorative wall honoring fallen soldiers of the Israeli Armored Corps.
Located at coordinates 31.8381°N, 34.9804°E, the museum welcomes visitors every day with guided tours available in Hebrew and English.
A Sherman tank mounted on a water tower marks the entrance, serving as both the museum's symbol and a testament to military engineering.
Location: Latrun
Inception: 1983
Website: http://yadlashiryon.com
GPS coordinates: 31.83810,34.98040
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:19
These military museums display weapons, uniforms, vehicles and documents from various conflicts. The exhibitions present military developments, strategies and personal stories of soldiers. The museums preserve historical artifacts and provide knowledge about international war history.
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