Ammunition Hill memorial honors Oct 7 fallen

Ammunition Hill memorial in Jerusalem now includes names of Six-Day War veterans killed on October 7, 2023.

Ammunition Hill memorial honors Oct 7 fallen

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The Ammunition Hill memorial in Jerusalem, originally built to honor fallen soldiers of the 66th Battalion from the Six-Day War, has been updated to include veterans of that war who were killed during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023.

The monument, constructed from rough stones, now serves as a dual memorial. It commemorates both the original 66th Battalion casualties and those veterans who survived the 1967 conflict but died decades later in the 2023 assault.

According to reports, the addition was made in 2024, with a ceremony attended by families and officials. The memorial's evolution reflects the ongoing impact of the October 7 attack on Israeli society.

As of July 2026, the site remains a place of remembrance, with no further changes reported. The exact number of veterans added has not been officially confirmed.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ammunition Hill?

Ammunition Hill is a memorial site in Jerusalem, originally built to honor soldiers of the 66th Battalion who died in the Six-Day War of 1967.

Why was the memorial updated?

It was updated to include veterans of the Six-Day War who were killed during the Hamas-led attack on October 7, 2023.

When was the addition made?

The addition was made in 2024, with a ceremony attended by families and officials.

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