I would like to share the story of a forgotten hero, 2LT Tay Seow Kai. A true hero who gave his life at the young age of just 21 years old to save others' life.
He was the 3rd son and brightest of a family of 12 siblings. He was good in painting and many more.
He joined the Singapore Arm Force after his studies. And with the monthly allowance, he provided for the family and took care of the younger siblings.
He did well in the SAF and was then promoted to an officer. However, tragedy struck. On that fateful day during a live grenade exercise, a recruit Kwok fumbled while handling a live grenade. 2LT Tay Seow Kai grabbed the grenade from Kwok'. It then exploded in his hand, killing him in the process. Recruit Kwok life was saved along with another corporal.
This incident happened on 26 August 1970. 2LT Tay Seow Kai's name has been forgotten by many. It is an injustice to him if his bravery and heroism are forgotten as well.
Please share this story if you can. Let Singaporeans remember the real Singapore heroes and 2LT Tay Seow Kai is one of them.
Credit Sim Boon Leng
