Air Raid to Al-Waleed (11)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
At those days, weather system was not developed and integrated like today, and wrong forecasts would happen. Today seems to be one of these days. Two tankers and ten bombers arrive to the predetermined place on the margins of the south of Lake Uremia. A thick cloud covered the overhead of flight group.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (10)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
Early morning, authorities came to official site by organizational cars and other pilots by minibuses which had been sent, and all gathered in the purpose room of command post. In the minutes that they yet hadn’t been aware of the reason for gathering, whispered ‘what's going on?’Air Raid to Al-Waleed (9)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
We came close to the Nowruz. With some changes in the plan and leading of Lt. Col. Qasim Pourgolchin, then-commander of Hamedan air base, it was supposed that the pilots for eight aircrafts and two reserve pilots to be determined and the mission to be performed for second time.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (8)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
One day, a number of experienced pilots of other bases were invited to Hamadan. We ourselves were not then aware that what is happening. Operation Deputy of base called newly arrived pilots and a number of us to the command post of air base and explained general points of our mission cautiously. I think, of course, the leader had been well filled in on the details.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (7)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
The first step of operation was an impeccable planning. Thinking about possible threats in the rout, how to refuel at very low altitude, type of required ammunition, finding the best possible pilots, protection of plan not to leak out, the most suitable static place for tankers, how bombers contact with tankers without using radio conversation, and many other technical and non-technical issues had engaged the small group of plan for a long time.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (6)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
The importance of bombing this target, which consists of three advanced bases, can severely affect the enemy's military capacity and inflicted huge economic damage upon it; while will affect its dignity and psychological aspects and supporters. Therefore, each time the study of this plan didn’t lead to any result, as if a great force encourages the team to continue working.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (5)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
In the one of deciduous fall nights, the idea of a feasible strategy occurred to Colonel Izadseta. He met Colonel Hoshyar early morning and happily asked him to go to command post along with Mr. Qeydian to explain once his interesting plot. Perhaps a few friendly and jokey words exchanged between them. Then, required coordination is done to meet with commanders.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (4)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
Two months after the beginning of war, early Azar 1359 (late November, 1980), a messenger on behalf of Colonel Muhammad Maham, garrison commander of Piranshar (home) brought some documents to the Tabriz Air Bases and Hamadan Air Base (Martyr Nojeh ) and delivered them to pilot Lt. Col. Morteza Farzaneh and Qassem Pourgolcheen, second commander of bases.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (3)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
On a memorable Thursday morning and in the vicissitudes of an unequal and imposed battle, eight Phantom bombers, guided by experienced and determined pilots, flew about 1700 km, entered into Iraq, attacked the H-3 bases - called ‘Al-Waleed’ - and created one of the masterpieces of air operations in the world. At the backstage of this operation, more than 50 sorts of aircrafts, such as fuel tanker, different kinds of fighter plane and other combat support flying along with a large number of flight and non-flight personnel, played a role to achieve such a success.Air Raid to Al-Waleed (2)
The Story of Demolishing Fighters and the Equipment in Al-Waleed Triple Military Bases Known as H-3
Numbers of men and women have could make the history, but how much their work is great, its joining to the valuable book of history and turning to the historical one requires only a lofty magnanimity and courage. Magnanimity requires deliberation in the past and seeking truth and courage which is necessary for speaking and writing the truth and honesty....
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Attack on Halabcheh narrated
With wet saliva, we are having the lunch which that loving Isfahani man gave us from the back of his van when he said goodbye in the city entrance. Adaspolo [lentils with rice] with yoghurt! We were just started having it when the plane dives, we go down and shelter behind the runnel, and a few moments later, when the plane raises up, we also raise our heads, and while eating, we see the high sides ...The Arab People Committee
Another event that happened in Khuzestan Province and I followed up was the Arab People Committee. One day, we were informed that the Arabs had set up a committee special for themselves. At that time, I had less information about the Arab People , but knew well that dividing the people into Arab and non-Arab was a harmful measure.Kak-e Khak
The book “Kak-e Khak” is the narration of Mohammad Reza Ahmadi (Haj Habib), a commander in Kurdistan fronts. It has been published by Sarv-e Sorkh Publications in 500 copies in spring of 1400 (2022) and in 574 pages. Fatemeh Ghanbari has edited the book and the interview was conducted with the cooperation of Hossein Zahmatkesh.Is oral history the words of people who have not been seen?
Some are of the view that oral history is useful because it is the words of people who have not been seen. It is meant by people who have not been seen, those who have not had any title or position. If we look at oral history from this point of view, it will be objected why the oral memories of famous people such as revolutionary leaders or war commanders are compiled.
