# History of Shayetet 13: Israel's Elite Naval Commandos
> Explore the history of Shayetet 13 from 1949 to the present. Learn about Operation Green Island, Karine A, and recent engagements in the Swords of Iron war.

Tags: shayetet-13, naval-commandos, idf-history, military-operations, israel-navy, special-forces
## Timeline of Shayetet 13
A chronological look at the Palestinian-Israeli conflict's naval dimension through the eyes of the 'Bat' Squad.

## Introduction: The 'Bat' Squad
* Equivalent to US Navy SEALs.
* Specializes in sea-to-land incursions, counter-terrorism, and maritime sabotage.
* Motto: 'As the bat emerges from the darkness, as the blade cuts with silence, as the grenade smashes in rage.'

## 1949: The Establishment
* Founded by Yohai Ben-Nun after the 1948 Arab-Israel War.
* Formed from the explosive boat squad.

## 1969: Operation Green Island
* A joint raid with Sayeret Matkal on an Egyptian fortress at the Suez Canal.
* Shayetet 13 led the breach, proving its land-sea assault capabilities despite heavy casualties.

## 2010: The Marmara Incident
* Action taken during Operation Sea Breeze to enforce the maritime blockade of Gaza.
* Led to a strategic review of boarding protocols following violent resistance on the Mavi Marmara.

## 2023: October 7th Battles
* Rapid mobilization during the surprise attack.
* Rescued 250 hostages alive and retook the Sufa military outpost.
* Eliminated over 60 terrorists during the initial engagement.

## Training & Capabilities
* Selection via 'Gibbush'—a grueling physical process.
* 20-month training pipeline including diving, navigation, and boat handling.

## Strategic Importance
* Mission profile distribution: 40% Maritime Security, 30% Land Operations, 20% Intelligence, 10% Rescue.
* Evolution from small boats to a multi-domain strategic force.
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