Duchifat Battalion (Sayeret Dukhifat) is a battalion in the

Kfir Brigade The 900th "Kfir" Brigade ( he, חֲטִיבַת כְּפִיר, ''lit.'' "Lion Cub Brigade"), is the youngest and largest infantry brigade of the Israel Defense Forces. It is subordinate to the 340th "Idan" Armoured Division of Israel's Centra ...

of the Israel Defense Forces.

History

The Duchifat Battalion (94th Battalion) was established in 1984 as an anti-tank unit. After its establishment, the level of professional training rose. Basic training is carried out at the

Paratroopers A paratrooper is a military parachutist—someone trained to parachute into a military operation, and usually functioning as part of an airborne force. Military parachutists (troops) and parachutes were first used on a large scale during World ...

training base and includes antitank warfare, navigation and advanced infantry training. The battalion specializes in urban combat. Maneuvers include counter-terror operations, apprehension of terrorists, patrols, manning checkpoints and regular security activities. From 1984 to 2006, the soldiers wore red boots – symbolizing their affiliation with the paratroopers – and at the same time, a black beret – as part of an armoured division – with an infantry pin. The unit's flag was similar to the paratroopers' flag – red and white. In 2008, Duchifat was selected to receive the Chief of Staff Prize for its outstanding service.Duchifat receives coveted Chief of Staff prize
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Notable soldiers

* Ghassan Alian (born 1972), commander of the Golani Brigade Battalions of Israel Central Command (Israel) Military units and formations established in 1984

References

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