Zvi Zamir 1925 – 2024

Biography

Zvi Zamir was born on March 3, 1925, in Łódź, Poland, during a period of significant change in Europe. His early life in this historic city shaped the person he would become, though his career would eventually take him across continents and into roles of considerable responsibility and consequence.

Zamir devoted much of his life to service in intelligence and security work, rising to leadership positions that reflected his dedication and capabilities. His professional trajectory brought him to Israel, where he became deeply involved in the nation’s defense and intelligence operations during formative decades of the country’s history.

Throughout his life, Zamir maintained strong connections to his adopted homeland of Israel. He passed away on January 2, 2024, in Tel Aviv at the age of 98, leaving behind a legacy spanning nearly a century. He was laid to rest at Morasha Cemetery in Ramat HaSharon, Israel, a final resting place that reflects his deep ties to the country he served.