Benjamin Ben-Eliezer 1936 – 2016

Biography

Benjamin Ben-Eliezer was born on February 12, 1936, in Basra, Iraq, where he spent his early years before eventually making his way to Israel. His life would come to exemplify the experiences of many who bridged two nations and cultures, carrying with him the heritage of his birthplace while building a new life in his adopted homeland.

Over the course of his career, Ben-Eliezer distinguished himself as both a military officer and a political figure in Israel. His dual roles in these spheres of public service reflected a commitment to the nation he chose to call home. Through decades of involvement in military and political affairs, he contributed to the development and leadership of Israeli institutions during a formative period in the country’s history.

Ben-Eliezer passed away on August 28, 2016, in Tel Aviv at the age of eighty. He was laid to rest at the Southern Tel-Aviv Cemetery in Bat Yam, Israel, where he remains remembered as a figure who served his country across multiple generations and domains of leadership.