All Battles

Battle of the Sinai

1973 • Sinai Panzerschlacht

Historical Overview

Failure of the Egyptian offensive against Isr. passes.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Isr. victory.

Israel

  • Commander: Avraham Adan
  • Strength: 400 Panzer
  • Casualties: 20

Egypt

  • Commander: Saad el-Shazly
  • Strength: 500 Panzer
  • Casualties: 250

Strategic Context

Turning point on the southern front.

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