War of Independence pin of the "Kiryati" Brigade, c.1948-49; 2.05g. Depicts the unit's emblem of Sword surrounded by wreath, here set against walls of ancient Jerusalem. unit formed Feb. 1948 from "field companies" of Hagana + infantry, secular & religious 'Gadna' graduates; served in the TLV-Jaffo region & protected start of transport artery to Jerusalem.