IDF 52nd Battalion memorial, Military memorial in Negev, Israel.
The IDF 52nd Battalion memorial consists of a stone structure positioned against the desert landscape, commemorating soldiers who served in military operations.
Sculptor Zvi Aldouby created this cenotaph in 1971 to honor the memory of service members from the 52nd Battalion of the Israel Defense Forces.
The memorial functions as a gathering place for annual ceremonies where military families, veterans, and community members unite to remember fallen soldiers.
Located at coordinates 31°36'41"N, 34°39'27"E, the memorial site includes informational plaques detailing the history of the 52nd Battalion.
The memorial incorporates design elements that reflect both the military heritage and the natural characteristics of the Negev desert region.
Location: Negev
Inception: 1971
Creator: Zvi Aldouby
GPS coordinates: 31.61139,34.65750
Latest update: March 19, 2025 20:56
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