North American Volunteers In Israel's War of Independence
Aiding the Ground Forces
American and Canadian volunteers
served in virtually every unit of the Israeli army, contributing military
expertise that many had learned in combat in World War II. The men and
women of Machal provided important skills in armor, weaponry, medical
aid and key positions of command.
The "Decoration of State Warriors," a small symbol affixed to the War of Independence campaign ribbon, could only be worn by soldiers or veterans who served in pre-war Haganah or who were Machal, volunteers from abroad.
