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The first volunteers

Having all fought in World War II, the ‘Mahalniks’ helped the fledgling state survive its first war.

A VOLUNTEER pilot in front of his plane 521
A VOLUNTEER pilot in front of his plane 521
(photo credit: Courtesy: Beit Hatfutsot)
ByBARRY DAVIS
JUNE 28, 2012 14:04
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