This documentary film is 15 years old now but don't overlook it. It is well done and contains some information that you won't get anywhere else on the fate of the spy ship USS "Liberty."
The first-half details the Israeli attack and the bravery of the crew as they faced an overwhelming three pronged force from both air and sea. The "Liberty's" NSA civilian's and sailor's survival was truly a miracle although the casualties were about 70% with more than 200 either killed (34) or wounded. It could have been much worse. Many of the film's interviews attest to this.
The film's second half included explanations from the Israelis on why they weren't responsible. And from the American Executive Dept.and Navy, on why they didn't exact a price from Israel when they believe --without admitting it-- that the Israelis attacked with knowledge and forethought. It was no mistake, as Israel was --and still is-- claiming. The Johnson Administration made the political decision to cover things up. This was 1967. Something like this obviously could not happen in 2017 with today's media capabilities and satellite technology.
I would say the most important part of the film was at the 50 min. mark. It's new information to me and I consider myself well-read on the subject. Without giving anything away it has to do with whether the US had any role --on the side of Israel-- in the '67 war or not? This could be a key point in why President Johnson felt he must keep information under lock and key which would have shed light on why this terrible incident happened. That (coverup) was carried out. And is why this film is a valuable addition to US history. Congratulations to the BBC for coming through with a first-rate effort when American media cower to the Israelis and stay away from reporting the truth.
The first-half details the Israeli attack and the bravery of the crew as they faced an overwhelming three pronged force from both air and sea. The "Liberty's" NSA civilian's and sailor's survival was truly a miracle although the casualties were about 70% with more than 200 either killed (34) or wounded. It could have been much worse. Many of the film's interviews attest to this.
The film's second half included explanations from the Israelis on why they weren't responsible. And from the American Executive Dept.and Navy, on why they didn't exact a price from Israel when they believe --without admitting it-- that the Israelis attacked with knowledge and forethought. It was no mistake, as Israel was --and still is-- claiming. The Johnson Administration made the political decision to cover things up. This was 1967. Something like this obviously could not happen in 2017 with today's media capabilities and satellite technology.
I would say the most important part of the film was at the 50 min. mark. It's new information to me and I consider myself well-read on the subject. Without giving anything away it has to do with whether the US had any role --on the side of Israel-- in the '67 war or not? This could be a key point in why President Johnson felt he must keep information under lock and key which would have shed light on why this terrible incident happened. That (coverup) was carried out. And is why this film is a valuable addition to US history. Congratulations to the BBC for coming through with a first-rate effort when American media cower to the Israelis and stay away from reporting the truth.