Battle of Haifa: 1918
September 23rd is annually observed as ‘Haifa Day’ in commemoration of the capture of that city following a dashing cavalry action by the 15th Imperial
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September 23rd is annually observed as ‘Haifa Day’ in commemoration of the capture of that city following a dashing cavalry action by the 15th Imperial
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