Yaakov Peri
1915–2001 (age 86)
Biography
Yaakov Peri served his country with unwavering dedication as a military officer, leading with integrity and a calm sense of duty. He earned respect through thoughtful strategy and a steadfast commitment to his comrades.
After his service he remained involved in mentoring younger officers, sharing the lessons of discipline and compassion that anchored his leadership, a legacy recalled in Rehovot and beyond.