Fallen Soldier's Diary Inspires Book and Educational Program
Translated & summarized from Israel Hayom by baba
A book, "To Be Shamich," has been published based on the diary of Sergeant First Class Ido Shamich, who died in Gaza in January 2024. The diary details his combat experiences and reflections, inspiring his family to share his writings. An educational program also uses his legacy to connect Israeli communities. His father hopes the book will inspire young people by showcasing Ido's sensitivity and commitment to values.
The story in 6 lines · by baba
- A book, "To Be Shamich," was published using the diary of Sergeant First Class Ido Shamich, killed in Gaza in January 2024.
- Shamich's diary documented combat experiences and personal reflections, inspiring his family to publish his writings.
- An educational program, "Israeli Puzzle," is based on Shamich's legacy to connect diverse Israeli communities.
- The book aims to inspire young people by highlighting Shamich's sensitivity and commitment to values.
- Shamich's diary also revealed his compassion for animals and his ethical stance on property during combat.
- His father, Uri Shamich, finds satisfaction in others knowing his son through his published writings.
A book titled "To Be Shamich" has been published, based on the personal diary of Sergeant First Class Ido Shamich, who was killed in operational activity in the Gaza Strip in January 2024 at the age of twenty. His father, Uri Shamich, stated that while he always knew Ido was a thoughtful and conscientious young man, the diary he left behind surprised him with its depth.
Shamich, a combat medic and drone operator, began writing his diary during a non-commissioned officers' course and continued until his death. He documented battles, team dynamics, and reflected on responsibility, friendship, mutual guarantee, and his aspirations as a commander and for life after military service. The diary's unique blend of combat experiences and self-critical reflection inspired his family to publish his writings.
The book expands on his diary entries, incorporating discussions on themes Ido raised and texts from thinkers like Bialik, Martin Buber, Maimonides, and Erich Fromm. Additionally, an educational program called "Israeli Puzzle" by the BINAH organization is based on Shamich's legacy, aiming to connect diverse Israeli communities and foster social projects.
Uri Shamich explained that the book is intended to inspire young people, much like Ido might have done in civilian life. Ido, who was also a beloved scout leader, is remembered as an adventurous and sociable individual. His father believes the diary reflects not only Ido's experiences but also the outlook of a generation facing extreme situations and making sacrifices for Zionism and community contribution.
The diary also reveals Ido's compassion, including entries about helping suffering animals in Gaza and his reluctance to damage property during combat, seeing it as a way to maintain his humanity. His father emphasized that despite the hardships and dangers Ido faced, he remained sensitive and considerate of others, striving to perform his duties effectively. Uri Shamich expressed that while nothing can truly console their loss, they find satisfaction in allowing others to deeply know their son through his writings, which he hopes will inspire readers to choose values even in complex times.
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