In the euphoric weeks after Israel liberated the Kotel in 1967, the site functioned as a symbol that united all Israelis—religious and secular alike.

Three weeks after the Six-Day War, my father and I flew to Israel. As Jews, we simply had to be there, to touch Israel’s radiance.

When Israel defeated the surrounding Arab armies in 1967, the Jewish world rejoiced. But the war created lasting challenges, especially how to achieve peace while maintaining security.

Please take note that an annual meeting of the voting members of HWZOA will be held at the Ritz Carlton St. Louis on July 18 at 3:15 P.M.