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COMMANDER // 1935–1999

Michael Barkai

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Lifespan

1935 – 1999

194019501960197019801990Yom Kippur War · 1973Battle of Baltim — October 9, 1973 · Israel · Yom Kippur WarBattle of Latakia — October 7, 1973 · Israel · Yom Kippur War

Active service 1973 — 2 battles across 1 war; first command at age 38.

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Michael (Yomi) Barkai was the Commander of the Israeli Navy, a recipient of the Medal of Distinguished Service for his command of the missile ships during the Yom Kippur War.

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Battles (2)

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