Instead of armored car park canceled due to Corona, soldiers of the Etzion Regional Brigade brought vehicles to localities in the area • "Direct connection between Palmach days and today"

Historical connection: The Etzion Brigade is used to present the IDF's various vehicles to the residents of the area, including tanks, armored vehicles and security vehicles during Independence. But this year, the establishment of such an independent parking lot was not possible due to the Corona virus and the rules of closure and social remoteness. A decision was made in the brigade, along with the Gush Etzion and Efrat councils, to bring some of the vehicles to the residents, and as of Wednesday morning, a convoy traveled through Gush Etzion and Efrat, hearing sirens and holiday songs, and delighting the residents. 

Etzion Brigade that restored the historic image in Gush Etzion // Photo: IDF Spokesman

The security forces even took the opportunity to restore a historic picture of a convoy from the period before the establishment of the state. Then, the fighters were forced to travel in convoys to reach Gush Etzion, and today they are celebrating a convoy safely in the State of Israel celebrating 72.

Deputy Madaba Patrick, the divisional education officer, said of the initiative: "We in the division consider ourselves part of the historical chain of the Jewish people. I feel a direct connection between the Palmach convoys that brought supplies to the bloc in the days before the establishment of the state and our invention here today. It is precisely during this period of the Corona virus that we are delighted to give the residents of the area land, enjoyment and national pride without having to leave the courtyards of the house. "

Reshef Tamir Erez, Judea Regional Station Commander, National Fire and Rescue Authority, added: "Every year, we participate in IDF camps and present the various fire engines and equipment, and even perform purposeful displays. This year due to the complex situation and in light of the cancellation of IDF camps. Part of the Etzion convoy, all in order to raise the morale for the residents and out of a sense of belonging to the area we serve. Fire fighters from Judea Regional Station wish a happy holiday to all of Israel! "