Comments on: THE WAR DIARY OF OUR FATHER, MAJOR BALWANT SINGH (1911-2004)

By: Vidya Sagar Chitparu

Vidya Sagar Chitparu — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 12:43:39 +0000

Gen Surjit,

It’s very thoughtful/kind/prudent of all of U for the proud progeny

Vidya

By: Surjit Singh

Surjit Singh — Fri, 13 Nov 2020 13:02:57 +0000

Gurdeep,
Thanks.
Nearly eighty years have passed since the World War began. Thousands of books have been written and scores of movies have been filmed. Yet, there is something new to learn!
The event was so profound!
When I went to Singapore and saw the place where the two surrenders were signed, I was awe struck by how they have captured the spirit of the two events.
How is Mhow? Do send us some pictures of your family
Happy Diwali
Surjit & Surinder

By: Brig Surinder Singh

Brig Surinder Singh — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 10:22:47 +0000

Thanks for your compliments, Tej Veerji. Your patronage is valuable.

By: Brig Surinder Singh

Brig Surinder Singh — Sun, 08 Nov 2020 10:20:26 +0000

Thank you Dheeraj,

Indeed what you have written is true. In Indian society we call it VIRSA, and preservation of Virasat is of great importance. Rarely do childern and grand childern have any inclination towards it, but if they do one is blessed.

Do keep contributing to Amolak.in.

By: Gurdeep Singh

Gurdeep Singh — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 15:57:57 +0000

I was completely glued till the end and could get up only after reading the entire article. Beautifully written account. One wonders how difficult were the circumstances those days and how easy life has become now. It’s so nice to see that the war diary has been preserved. I wonder how Jhaiji moved in those days with three children, switching trains in between, with no mobile or WhatsApp, and without the facilities that we have today. It’s indeed incredible.

Thanks for sharing,Veerji.

By: Dhiraj Mullick

Dhiraj Mullick — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 14:36:08 +0000

Dear Brig Surinder and Jasraj,

What a great effort and a wonderful post detailing the account of WWII so diligently documented by Respected Major Balwant Singh ji.

I feel these historical posts are immensely important because knowledge of our heritage allows us (in particular the family) to understand where we have come from. It not only reveals the struggles and tribulations of the past, but it also helps us to appreciate the present and in turn motivates and guides towards a better future.

Warm regards,
Dhiraj

By: Teji Bakshi

Teji Bakshi — Mon, 02 Nov 2020 07:19:50 +0000

My dear Surinderji,

Sat Siri Akal
An extremely captivating account of your respected father’s life. I’m enamored with the efforts you and Jasraj made in translation and compilation.
My heartfelt thanks to you and dear Jasraj, as also to Maj Gen Surjit Singh for sharing this Amolak Heera.
Waheguruji bless.
With utmost gratitude.

Sincerely yours
Teji

By: Surjit Singh

Surjit Singh — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 07:19:06 +0000

Dave,
It gives us great pleasure to add your name in the list of our extended family.
Please share some of your childhood experiences with us.
Surjit

By: Surjit Singh

Surjit Singh — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 07:16:52 +0000

You and my name-sake, Guddi are living in accordance with his values!
Surjit

By: Surjit Singh

Surjit Singh — Sun, 01 Nov 2020 07:15:51 +0000

K Ramani,
Thanks.
Wars are not depicted properly in the movies. And when soldiers write about them they tend to exaggerate their role in the battle.
The 2nd World War lasted for nearly six years. Many events occurred, and we heard a lot of stories from our father as also our instructors in the Academy. However, the diary is the most authentic account, because Pitaji had not written it for publication.
My brother Surinder felt that we should share it with our close friends.
Surjit