{"title":"Ralph White","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the captivating world of Ralph White, a distinguished author renowned for his compelling narratives that bridge personal experience with larger historical contexts. His works, particularly in the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e category, offer readers an intimate glimpse into pivotal moments of the past through a deeply personal lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Ralph White's standout works is \u003cem\u003eGetting Out of Saigon\u003c\/em\u003e. This riveting memoir takes readers on an extraordinary journey during the final days of the Vietnam War. White masterfully recounts his daring efforts to assist in the evacuation of hundreds of orphans, infusing the narrative with both suspense and heartfelt emotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRalph White's writing is characterised by meticulous research and a profound ability to convey the human side of historical events. His works are not just stories but experiences that bring history to life, making them an enriching addition to any bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"getting-out-of-saigon-by-ralph-white-9781982195175","title":"Getting Out of Saigon","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA “captivating” (\u003ci\u003eThe Washington Post\u003c\/i\u003e) true story of “courage, resolve, and determination” (\u003ci\u003eThe Christian Science Monitor\u003c\/i\u003e), author Ralph White’s successful effort to save nearly the entire staff of the Saigon branch of Chase Manhattan bank and their families before the city fell to the North Vietnamese Army.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn April 1975, Ralph White was asked by his boss to transfer from the Bangkok branch of the Chase Manhattan Bank to the Saigon Branch. He was tasked with closing the branch if and when it appeared that Saigon would fall to the North Vietnamese army and ensure the safety of the senior Vietnamese employees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when he arrived, he realized the situation in Saigon was far more perilous than he had imagined. The senior staff members there urged him to evacuate the entire staff of the branch and their families, which was far more than he was authorized to do. Quickly he realized that no one would be safe when the city fell, and it was no longer a question of whether to evacuate but how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eGetting Out of Saigon\u003c\/i\u003e is an “edge-of-your-seat” (\u003ci\u003eOprah Daily\u003c\/i\u003e) story of a city on the eve of destruction and the colourful characters who respond differently to impending doom. It’s a remarkable account of one man’s quest to save innocent lives not because he was ordered but because it was the right thing to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46544597319916,"sku":"9781982195175","price":50.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/20561283482893.jpg?v=1749781363"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ralph-white.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}