KAPAP / Face to Face Combat
קַפָּ״פ
Historical Israeli tactical close-quarter doctrine used by Haganah forces preceding Krav Maga.
Quick Facts
CategoryConcept / Principle
Pronunciation/[kah-pahp]/
Alternative NamesFace-to-face combat, Haganah tactical system
Definition
KAPAP ('face-to-face combat') was formulated in the 1940s by Palmach and Haganah units. It focuses on point-blank firearm retention, short stick tactics (Pointed Stick), blade defense, and close-quarters hand-to-hand engagement.
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