Battle of the Beaufort (1982 AD)

Battle of the Beaufort (Side A vs Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)) took place in 1982 AD during 1982 Lebanon War.

Battle facts

• Year: 1982 AD
• Era: Contemporary
• Conflict: 1982 Lebanon War
• Side B: Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO)
• Commanders (A): Lt.-Col. Zvika Barkai, Moshe Kaplinsky, Guni Harnik
• Commanders (B): Com. Ya'qoub Sumour (Rasim)
• Casualties: approx. 6 IDF soldiers killed A-4 Skyhawk shot down and pilot capturedDozens killed
• Outcome: Israeli victory
• Coordinates: 33.326°, 35.532°

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