Moshe Dayan: A Warrior's Story

• Documentary

Episode overview

His mastery of desert warfare transformed a tiny, beleaguered nation into a respected military power. But in a world fueled by hatred, he came to champion a different cause: Peace. Moshe Dayan occupied the center stage in Israel for more than 30 years. A hero in the War for Independence, his finest hour came in 1967 with his command of the stunning victory in the Six Day War. Now Biography brings you the complete story of this famed commander. Through rare vintage footage and exclusive interviews, you’ll go behind the scenes at top-secret planning meetings, witness the catastrophe of the Yom Kippur War and, ultimately, follow Dayan on his quest for peace with his Arab enemies. Join Biography for an extraordinary look at the warrior-statesman who personified the fighting spirit of his nation.

60 minutes