Ariel Sharon

ModernGeneralIsrael1928 — ?

Israeli general and prime minister.

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Quick Facts

Born

1928

Country

Israel

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)67

Political (20%)45

Influence (20%)57

Legacy (20%)54

Leadership (15%)68

Strategy (15%)69

Total Score58.3

Ariel Sharon — Complete Timeline

1982 AD

Command of the 1982 Lebanon WarWar◆ Major

As Minister of Defense, Sharon directed the Israeli invasion of Lebanon to expel the PLO. The war led to the Sabra and Shatila massacre, for which an Israeli commission found Sharon indirectly responsible, forcing his resignation as defense minister.

Lebanon WarSabra and ShatilaMilitary Campaign

Impact: regionaldestructive

2001 AD

Election as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Sharon was elected prime minister of Israel in a special election, defeating Ehud Barak. His victory came during the Second Intifada, and he adopted a hardline security policy, including military operations in Palestinian areas.

ElectionSecond IntifadaSecurity Policy

Impact: national

2005 AD

Disengagement from GazaPolitical Action◆ Major

Sharon implemented the unilateral disengagement plan, withdrawing all Israeli settlers and military forces from the Gaza Strip and dismantling four settlements in the West Bank. The move was controversial within Israel but internationally supported.

Gaza WithdrawalSettlementsUnilateral Action

Impact: regionalconstructive