Sassy Reuven is a veteran of the Israel Defense Force. During the terror-filled years of 1973-1976 Sassy served in the IDF's elite "Red Beret" paratrooper unit. He participated in several covert operations in Israel's struggle against terrorism.
In July of 1976, Sassy participated in the famed Entebbe rescue mission code named "Operation Thunderbolt", flying thousands of miles over enemy territory to rescue Jewish hostages being held by terrorists in Uganda.
His story is Israel's story: courage, endurance, optimism and a willingness to sacrifice it all for the right to live in freedom.
Sassy lives in Calabasas with his wife Susan. They are the proud parents of three children.
Meet this amazing hero as he shares first-hand accounts of how Israel pulled off the greatest hostage rescue in history.
Monday, December 8th, 2014 - 7:30pm
Holiday Inn Express
2580 Gulf To Bay Blvd - Corner US 19 - Clearwater
$10 in advance - $15 at the door
Sponsors - $180 - Includes reservations for 4