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Unveiling the Secret Tactics of Jerusalem's Underground Conflicts

Discussion on MWI's Urban Warfare Project Podcast features John Spencer and Ze'ev Orenstein, director of international affairs at the City of David Foundation. In this talk, Orenstein elucidates the strategic significance of the City's location, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving...

Unveiling Jerusalem's Untold Lessons in Urban Combat Strategy
Unveiling Jerusalem's Untold Lessons in Urban Combat Strategy

Unveiling the Secret Tactics of Jerusalem's Underground Conflicts

The City of David, the original city of Jerusalem, was rediscovered, and it has since become deeply important to billions of people worldwide. This archaeological site holds a wealth of historical significance and lessons for modern urban operations.

In a recent discussion, Ze'ev Orenstein, the Director of International Affairs at the City of David Foundation, delved into the forces that have shaped the City of David's development, including urban planning and underground warfare. Orenstein, who was born in the USA and moved to Israel in 2003, now lives near Jerusalem and has been instrumental in strengthening awareness and support for the site among policymakers, opinion shapers, and the general public. He has given briefings at the White House, State Department, and Capitol Hill, and leads tours for diplomats, dignitaries, faith leaders, journalists, and members of Congress.

The conversation, which can be listened to below or found on various podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, and other favourite podcast apps, also shed light on one of the earliest recorded episodes of offensive underground warfare. The discussion was post-production edited by Cadet Ben Phocas.

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The lessons gathered from ancient stories and archeological evidence found since the City of David's discovery have far-reaching implications for modern urban operations. The City of David serves as a testament to the resilience of human civilisation and the enduring power of history to inform our present and shape our future.

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