Moshe Dayan, 1915-1981

Known for the patch he wore after losing his left eye in World War II, Dayan was a military leader and politician. As a field commander, IDF chief of staff and defense minister, he helped lead Israel’s military for more than 30 years. As defense minister, he was acclaimed for decisive action in the 1967 war but criticized for the surprise of the 1973 war. As foreign minister, he negotiated the peace treaty with Egypt.

Photo: Fritz Cohen, Israeli Government Press Office