Author: By SETH J. FRANTZMAN

Experience a day in the life of Israel’s artillery unit as they face Hezbollah in the North. The 405th battalion, known as the “Tiger,” operates the M109 howitzers, their main artillery weapon. These dedicated soldiers have been on the frontlines for months, transitioning from fighting Hamas in Gaza to defending the border against Hezbollah. Lt.-Col. Eitan Gillis leads the battalion with pride, upholding the legacy of soldiers who came before them. The unit has fired over 20,000 shells in support of ground operations in Gaza, working closely with infantry units like Golani. Each M109 requires a crew of four or…