Shayetet 13
Shayetet 13 (Hebrew: שייטת 13, 'Flotilla 13') is a naval commando unit of the Israeli Navy and one of the primary reconnaissance units of the Israel Defense Forces. Shayetet 13 specializes in sea-to-land incursions, counter-terrorism, sabotage, maritime intelligence gathering, maritime hostage rescue, and boarding. The unit is trained for sea, air and land actions. The unit has taken part in almost all of Israel's major wars, as well as other actions.
| Active | 1948–Present
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| Nickname | השייטת (HaShayetet, The Flotilla)
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| Engagements | Suez Crisis
Six-Day War War of Attrition Operation Spring of Youth Operation Litani 1982 Lebanon War South Lebanon conflict Operation Moses First Intifada Second Intifada Santorini Noah's Ark Abu Hasan 2006 Lebanon War Gaza War Francop Affair Gaza flotilla raid Iron Law Operation Full Disclosure Operation Protective Edge |
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INSIGNIA
AIRCRAFT FLOWN
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