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USS Liberty Survivor Testifies: The Hidden Truth of a U.S. Naval Massacre

A Survivor’s Truth Finally Heard
At the Mises Institute, Phil Tourney—survivor of the 1967 USS Liberty attack—delivers an emotional and detailed first-person account of a naval tragedy that has remained buried for decades. His testimony challenges the official narrative and shines a light on one of the most suppressed events in American military history.

The USS Liberty Attack: Not a Mistake
On June 8, 1967, during the Six-Day War, Israeli forces attacked the USS Liberty, a U.S. intelligence-gathering ship, despite clear identification. The assault included air and sea strikes using unmarked jets, torpedoes, napalm, and machine-gun fire.

Key facts shared by Tourney:

  • 34 American crew members were killed.

  • 174 were wounded in the two-hour assault.

  • The ship was left without defense or rescue for 17 hours.

  • Survivors were later threatened into silence by U.S. officials.

Silenced by Their Own Government
Tourney reveals that survivors, including himself, were debriefed under duress. Admiral Isaac Kidd, after pretending to befriend the crew, allegedly threatened imprisonment or worse if they spoke publicly. Even Medal of Honor recipient Captain William McGonagle was pressured to remain quiet.

Was It a False Flag Operation?
Tourney alleges that the Liberty was meant to be sunk, blamed on Egypt, and used as a pretext for the U.S. to enter the war. Strategic bombers were already airborne en route to Cairo when the attack began.

He claims this act was premeditated by individuals within both the U.S. and Israeli governments, including President Lyndon B. Johnson.

Legacy of the Crew
Though the USS Liberty remains the most decorated crew for a single engagement in U.S. Navy history, no official investigation has ever been conducted. Survivors have faced decades of smear campaigns, censorship, and emotional trauma.

Tourney’s mission:

  • Speak on behalf of those who died.

  • Reveal the truth behind the attack.

  • Hold both U.S. and Israeli leadership accountable.

Call to Action – Break the Silence
Tourney calls on Americans to demand transparency and justice. He believes that what happened to the USS Liberty crew isn’t just a tragedy of the past—it’s a warning for the future.

“They didn’t just attack us. They attacked the American flag. And if they got away with that, what can’t they do?”

Support the Cause:

  • Visit usslibertyveterans.org

  • Watch Sacrificing Liberty on YouTube or Rumble

  • Share this story with friends and family to keep the truth alive

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USS Liberty, Naval History, Phil Tourney, Mises Institute, Six-Day War, False Flag, Military Cover-Up, USS Liberty Veterans, Israel US Relations, Government Secrecy

The Phil Tourney Podcast

Phil Tourney is a decorated U.S. Navy veteran, survivor of the 1967 Israeli attack on the USS Liberty, and a three-time President of the USS Liberty Veterans Association. He received the Bronze Star with “V” for valor and the Purple Heart for his actions during the attack. For nearly six decades, he has been one of the

most vocal advocates ensuring the memory of the Liberty and its crew is not erased.

Beyond his military service, Tourney is the co-author of What I Saw That Day and Erasing the Liberty, and has become a respected speaker, podcast guest, and radio host. His unflinching testimony challenges official narratives, exposes cover-ups, and honors the 34 men who were killed that day.

https://www.thephiltourneypodcast.com
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