Book Review ... "Reaching Out: Operation Flying Eagle"

Title: Reaching Out: Operation Flying Eagle - SAF Humanitarian Assistance after the Tsunami
Author: David Boey
ISBN: 981-248-097-8
Published by: SNP International Pte Ltd

This is an excellent addition to anyone who collects military books and is interested in the history and efforts of the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF).

It is true that pictures say a thousand words, and this book truly reflects the devastation that was encountered by the nations shook and shocked by the 2004 Tsunami. The full force of the military was brought to bear on this momentous event. While we lament the fact that we or those we know (sons, husbands, brothers, boyfriends) "suffer" at the hands of tough sergeants, we finally were able to translate the super-efficient machine into a life-saving force to aid our ailing neighbours!

The narrative was similar to those started by Tom Clancy, though not as gripping, but Clancy's fans will be pulled along with the interesting photos. Non-military types will be touched by the heartwarming efforts of the various branches to make lives of the living victims better.

After reading through it, I feel proud of Singapore and the SAF as an organization.

I don't know how many of the books are in print but I had difficulty in obtaining it, only finding it in a book store in Sentosa.
(found a link to the Mindef book resource page: Click Here. You can order the order the book directly from the publisher!)

FYI: Ex-NCC(Sea) cadet who is currently a RSN officer was also mentioned in the book.

Have a good day!