On Wings of Eagles

Who knew?

You sometimes make judgements about people based on what someone has told you, or what you read about them in newspapers.

Reading this story proves that most people who redicule others really are a sad lot, because not only do they do the people injustice, but they show their own ignorance.

This story is a prime example of true character.

Someone once said that character is what you are when no one else is looking.

When Ross Perot ran for political office, there were those who insulted his speaking mannerisms, his appearance and many other aspects of his outward appearance.

This story is remarkable in that a man who is head of a company, values his employees to the point that he is willing to risk his own life to save them when they are taken captive and held hostage.

It also shows how little value of life our federal government has, unless they have some vested interest.

Perot was a true hero...a role model that any young man or woman should be proud to emulate.

It should be required reading for all high school students.

4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.

A Giant Of A Man

I am from Dallas and always thought Ross Perot had a little man's complex. After reading 'Wings Of Eagles' I realized Mr.Perot is one hell of a man and has gained my total respect. Mr. Perot is the kind of man we Texans respect for keeping his word.

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.

An Inspiring Story of Loyalty and Courage - Recommended!

Ken Follett has constructed a marvelous book about two American business men being held hostage in a high-security prison in Tehran, Iran for a crime they did not commit. While based in Dallas, Texas, EDS (Electronic Data Systems) was the US company contracted to build a computer network for Iran¿s social security and healthcare systems. Following charges of corruption, loyal employees of Ross Perot ¿ Paul Chiapparone and Bill Gaylord ¿ were wrongfully imprisoned by Iranian officials. The United States Embassy, due to a broken bureaucracy, proved little help in assisting EDS in liberating their employees. Ross Perot felt personally responsible for his men, and stopped at nothing ensure their safety. Lead by retired Green Beret Arthur ¿Bull¿ Simmons, a team of volunteer operatives from Perot¿s corporation was tasked with infiltrating Tehran and bringing his men home. Repeated efforts, frustrations, and setbacks defined the very struggles that came to make these men stronger and illustrate the devotion and loyalty they shared. Throughout this surreal battle, themes of perseverance, loyalty, and undying dedication were so eloquently told by Ken Follett. Discovering the true individuals upon whom all can rely on uncovered the meaning and real-life connections behind this book. While Ross Perot may have been painted as a false figure of a man with a complex of inferiority by the media, this book gives the true account of how far he was willing to go in risking his life and assets for the people he cared about. This lesson encourages all to look beneath a façade of false pretenses to see the true covenant of Ross Perot, something invaluable in our lives even today. From a personal perspective, this was one of the most riveting non-fiction books ever read. Not simply for the fact that the story was intricate and thrilling, but that this is a historical account ¿ not a figment of imagination ¿ that fosters excitement in a page turning book that cannot be ignored. Much like the allegorical analyses of Animal Farm or Huckleberry Finn, it is a timeless lesson of profound thematic substance that can and should be read today not only for the thrill but for the amazing message and example of loyalty and perseverance. In a negative/constructive respect, the only element of the book that did not appeal was the nature of the description of the leadership in Tehran. While absolutely essential to the story, it proved repetitive at times. Overall, this is book is highly recommended and a full five stars, out of five. For further reading, Ken Follett provides meticulous thrills and appeal to an ingenious genre in The Man from St. Petersburg and A Place Called Freedom.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

A must read for every American History class.

I read this book many years ago. Bull Simmons founder of the Delta Force trained Ross Perot's American based executives to fight like he trained the soldiers of the Delta Force and took them to Iran on a dangerous mission to get Ross Perot's Iranian employees who were being held hostages out of that country. It was a civilian mission and Bull's last mission as he was dying of cancer at the time. This is truly an amazing story of what the American spirit can and did accomplish in this case. Americans need this book of courage and inspiration and good old fashion getting the job done. Innovation is an American trait.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

On Wings of Eagles - another fantastic story by Follett

From the very first page to the very last - it's a typical suspense drama.
Follett's writing talent and attention to details is in every book. Wow!
And having known the Perot Family - the portral of Ross is right on spot.

2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.

what a story!!!!

Ken Follet did a great job of writing this sensational story of a man that 'cuts thru the red tape and gets the job done !'. I read this in the 80's and developed such great respect for Ross Perot. a good presidential candidate? NO, but a great man ! This story is amazing !!!!!!

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