Michael Peck
By Michael Peck
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News War Games Depict History of Israel and Challenge Players To Win Conflict
It is October 1973, and the state of Israel is in mortal danger. To the north, Syrian tank columns have overwhelmed the handful of Israeli defenders on the Golan Heights. To the south, Egyptian troops have crossed the Suez Canal and are advancing through Sinai. You command the Israeli forces desperately mobilizing to meet the…
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Opinion If You See Something…
“Did you see that bag on the ground?” my wife asked. “Don’t worry about it,” I snapped, snatching a quick glance behind me at the blue duffle bag resting on the floor. I had no time to waste on luggage. Body tensed, every sense and sinew poised, I prepared for the physical combat about to…
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