Feb. 7 -IDF Museum by Marcia Bercov

Shalom,

Today, after the morning community service, our group went to visit the IDF Collection House, actually the Museum of History of the IDF, Israel Defense Forces. It started as a depot for collection of tanks and weapons, and now comprises several buildings, for example, one with glass cases of rifles, and another building with walls of photographs of Ministers of Defense and Chiefs of Staff, along with a large number of gifts given by other governments. The museum also has cars used by former Prime Ministers.
That evening, a special guest, Kurt Hoyer, came to speak to our group. He works as a communications officer at the American Embassy in Tel Aviv. Finally I learned what people do inside those big buildings! It’s a lot…

Keeping in touch,

Ron and Marcia

The Canadian American Active Retirees in Israel, CAARI, offers active seniors a unique opportunity to experience Israel. The program is designed to explore the biblical landscapes, follow the footsteps of the early pioneers, and envision the future of our Homeland. The CAARI Program includes community service, tours, a speakers forum and the camaraderie of the CAARI Family. The Program is designed for to feel, touch, hear and see Israel from the mountains to the desert, from sea to sea, and from ancient to modern.

Links: Jewish National Fund USA : https://www.jnf.org/