Operation Tiro-Tiro, or the Battle of Savate as it became known, was the first time the SADF had engaged FAPLA in battle since 1975. And, despite the record number of casualties, it was 32 Battalion’s biggest victory since its formation. 

To this day, a remembrance service and parade is held annually on the Sunday closest to 21 May to commemorate the Battle of Savate and to remember 32 Battalion’s victory and the price they paid.

The First Edition, published in 2014, describes the operation, its motivations and planning, its achievements and failures, and vividly recreates the experience of what happened on the ground. Also included are Savate Day parades and events until 2012 and the Savate Battlefield tour.

The Second Edition has additional information which was unknown in 2014. This includes the FAPLA commander’s confirmation of the Savate base strength on the day of the attack and the number of FAPLA casualties. The all rank nominal roll (previously only included leader group), the 2013 to 2024 Savate Day events and the 2024 Savate battlefield tour.

The 266-page soft cover book includes 38 pages of colour photographs, 19 detailed maps and diagrams and copies of the official war diary and recollections of 34 Savate battle veterans.