Download or read book Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw written by Maj Gen Shubhi Sood and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2021-01-01 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw, fondly known as Sam Bahadur, was one of the greatest war heroes and military leadersof India. The first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the five-star rank of Field Marshal, Sam Bahadur continues to be the most admired of our Army Chiefs.
Download or read book Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw written by Haldi Falki and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2022-08-05 with total page 183 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw, fondly known as Sam Bahadur, was one of the greatest war heroes and military leaders India has produced. He became a household name in India and was hailed as a legendary soldier and an inspiration to his fellow citizens for crafting India's greatest military victory in the 1971 Indo-Pak war as Chief of Staff (1969-73) of the Indian armed forces. Spanning four decades, he served the country gloriously through five wars—World War II, The Indo-Pakistani War of Partition (1947), the Sino-Indian War (1962), and the India-Pakistan wars (1965 and 1971). The first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the five-star rank of Field Marshal, Sam Bahadur continues to be the most admired war hero of our army chiefs. He will remain an example of self-sacrifice, personal bravery, and steadfast devotion to duty that began before India's independence, and will deservedly live in the annals of the military history of India forever.
Download or read book Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw M C written by Depinder Singh and published by Virago Press. This book was released on 2002 with total page 314 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Is The Approved Biography Of Sam By His Military Assistant Is A With Special Emphasis On His Term As The Chief Of Army Staff. It Is A Charming Account Of The Clarity Of Thought, The Undaunting Ideology And Professionalism, Easy Demeanour And Fantastic Sense Of Humour Of A Man Dedicated To The Task Of Soldiering With Dignity.
Download or read book Leadership Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw written by Shubhi Sood and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biography of Sam Manekshaw, b. 1914, Field Marshal of India.
Download or read book Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw written by Behram M. Panthaki and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw was the Chief of the Indian Army from 1969 to 1973. This book is a reflection on Sam, his character traits, sense of humor, moral and professional courage and the enigma that made up his personality. It presents a unique insight to his thinking and his style of dealing with a spectrum of situations from the sublime to the mundane. Above all, it portrays his humility, his honesty and his respect for men in uniform, regardless of rank. The book is anecdotal and an easy read as it walks you through his life from childhood to the pinnacle of glory. The political canvas, woven lightly into this very personal story, highlights how a brilliant military strategist shaped the destiny of the Indian subcontinent. Family photographs, copies of citations, handwritten notes and personal correspondence make this book a treasure to read and acquire.
Download or read book An Odyssey In War And Peace written by Lt. Gen J.F.R. Jacob and published by Roli Books Private Limited. This book was released on 2011-01-31 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jews who have made India their home have flourished without adverse discrimination. Of this, the Baghdadi Sephardic community is very small in number but has produced one of India's greatest contemporary soldiers, Lt Gen. Jack Jacob. This is his fascinating story. As a small boy, Jacob, who was from a business family, was sent to a residential public school in Darjeeling along with his two brothers. When the Second World War broke out, Jacob without informing his family joined the army in 1941 to fight against the Nazis! After Independence, Gen. Jacob became a gunnery instructor for some time and subsequently was trained in an advanced Artillery and Missile course at Fort Sill in the US. A quick learner, he commanded infantry and artillery brigades, headed the artillery school, and finally the Eastern Army. Rubbing shoulders with some of the stalwarts who strode the Indian political and military arena in those times, Gen. Jacob sometimes fell foul of his bosses and twice came close to resigning. But he stuck on and the pinnacle of his career came in 1971, when he planned and oversaw operations leading to the fall of Dacca and obtained an unconditional public surrender, the only one in history, of Gen. Niazi and his army of 93,000. Written lucidly, this autobiography comes to life as a historical document recapitulating some of the most important events of the 1960s to the 90s - from the defeat of the Naxalites in West Bengal, to the problems of Nagaland and Sikkim and the politics of Goa and Punjab. This is not only the story of the life of one great soldier, but provides glimpses of some of the most influential and colourful personalities who wrote the history of those tumultuous times.
Download or read book India s Most Fearless 3 written by Shiv Aroor and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2022-08-15 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: TBA
Download or read book Field Marshal K M Cariappa written by K. C. Cariappa and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With a strong visual narrative comprising archival natter sourced from private and State-owned archives. Field Marshal KM Cariappa is a moving tribute from a son who regrets he was unable to spend more time with his father the Father of the Indian Army.
Download or read book Military Wisdom written by Brigadier V.K. Bali and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2013-01-01 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘Military Wisdom’ is almost half-a-century long indulgence – comprising collection, collation and compilation of military wisdom and thoughts as experienced and articulated by famous warriors and thinkers from across the world and all ages. These pages in your hands encapsule almost all the facets of soldiering and are intended to motivate not only the military fraternity but even those who are not integral to it, for battle of life is not only restricted to those who carry arms. For those who do not weild weapons, this volume affords a rare view of the hearts and minds of the men who take to their uniforms as extention of their skin and are ever yearning to slay and sacrifice when duty blows the trumpet so that those within the geographic confines of the borders can savour peace, prosperity and happiness. Military Wisdom by Brigadier V.K. Bali: Military Wisdom - Insights from a Seasoned Officer: Military Wisdom by Brigadier V.K. Bali is a compelling book that offers valuable insights and lessons from the perspective of a seasoned military officer. Drawing from his extensive experience and expertise, Bali shares profound wisdom and principles that can be applied not only in military contexts but also in various aspects of life, including leadership, decision-making, teamwork, and resilience. Key Aspects of the Book "Military Wisdom": Insights from a Seasoned Officer: As a highly experienced military officer, Brigadier V.K. Bali shares his unique insights and firsthand experiences in this book. Readers gain a rare glimpse into the world of the military, as Bali reflects on his time in service and distills the wisdom acquired from challenging situations and critical decision-making. Leadership and Teamwork: The book delves into the principles of effective leadership and teamwork, drawing upon military strategies and practices. Bali offers valuable guidance on building strong teams, fostering a sense of camaraderie, instilling discipline, and leading by example, with practical applications that extend beyond the military realm. Resilience and Adaptability: Bali highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity. Drawing from military operations and experiences, the book provides insights into overcoming challenges, making quick and sound decisions under pressure, and maintaining mental and emotional fortitude in demanding situations. Brigadier V.K. Bali, the author of Military Wisdom, is a highly respected and decorated military officer with a wealth of experience and expertise. Having served in various leadership roles and challenging environments, Bali brings a unique perspective to the principles of leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Through this book, he shares his military wisdom, offering readers valuable insights that can be applied in both professional and personal contexts, inspiring them to cultivate the qualities of a strong and effective leader. Military Wisdom by Brigadier V.K. Bali: Military Wisdom - Insights from a Seasoned Officer: Military Wisdom by Brigadier V.K. Bali is a compelling book that offers valuable insights and lessons from the perspective of a seasoned military officer. Drawing from his extensive experience and expertise, Bali shares profound wisdom and principles that can be applied not only in military contexts but also in various aspects of life, including leadership, decision-making, teamwork, and resilience. Key Aspects of the Book "Military Wisdom": Insights from a Seasoned Officer: As a highly experienced military officer, Brigadier V.K. Bali shares his unique insights and firsthand experiences in this book. Readers gain a rare glimpse into the world of the military, as Bali reflects on his time in service and distills the wisdom acquired from challenging situations and critical decision-making. Leadership and Teamwork: The book delves into the principles of effective leadership and teamwork, drawing upon military strategies and practices. Bali offers valuable guidance on building strong teams, fostering a sense of camaraderie, instilling discipline, and leading by example, with practical applications that extend beyond the military realm. Resilience and Adaptability: Bali highlights the importance of resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity. Drawing from military operations and experiences, the book provides insights into overcoming challenges, making quick and sound decisions under pressure, and maintaining mental and emotional fortitude in demanding situations. Brigadier V.K. Bali, the author of Military Wisdom, is a highly respected and decorated military officer with a wealth of experience and expertise. Having served in various leadership roles and challenging environments, Bali brings a unique perspective to the principles of leadership, teamwork, and resilience. Through this book, he shares his military wisdom, offering readers valuable insights that can be applied in both professional and personal contexts, inspiring them to cultivate the qualities of a strong and effective leader.
Download or read book From Private to Field marshal written by William Robert Robertson and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Intertwined Lives written by Jairam Ramesh and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-06-19 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first definitive biography of arguably India’s most influential and powerful civil servant: P.N. Haksar, Indira Gandhi’s alter ego during her period of glory. Educated in the sciences and trained in law, Haksar was a diplomat by profession and a communist-turned-democratic socialist by conviction. He had known Indira Gandhi from their student days in London in the late-1930s, even though family links predated this friendship. They kept in touch, and in May 1967, she plucked him out of his diplomatic career and appointed him secretary in the prime minister’s Secretariat. This is when he emerged as her ideological beacon and moral compass, playing a pivotal role in her much-heralded achievements including the nationalization of banks, abolition of privy purses and princely privileges, the Indo-Soviet Treaty, the creation of Bangladesh, rapprochement with Sheikh Abdullah, the Simla and New Delhi Agreements with Pakistan, the emergence of the country as an agricultural, space and nuclear power and, later, the integration of Sikkim with India. This power and influence notwithstanding, Haksar chose to walk away from Indira Gandhi in January 1973. She, however, persuaded him to soon return, first as her special envoy and later as deputy chairman of the Planning Commission where he left his distinctive imprint. Exiting government once and for all in May 1977, he then continued to be associated with a number of academic institutions and became the patron for various national causes like protecting India’s secular traditions, propagating of a scientific temper, strengthening the public sector and deepening technological self-reliance. Successive prime ministers sought his counsel and in May 1987, he initiated the reconstruction of India’s relations with China. He remained an unrepentant Marxist and one of India’s most respected elder statesman and leading public figures till his death in November 1998. Drawing on Haksar’s extensive archives of official papers, memos, notes and letters, Jairam Ramesh presents a compelling chronicle of the life and times of a truly remarkable personality who decisively shaped the nation’s political and economic history in the 1960s and 1970s that continues to have relevance for today’s India as well. Written in Ramesh’s inimitable style, this work of formidable scholarship brings to life a man who is fast becoming a victim of collective amnesia.
Download or read book The IPKF in Sri Lanka written by Depinder Singh and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Role of the Indian Peace Keeping Force of the Indian Army in containing insurgency, chiefly the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam, in Sri Lanka.
Download or read book Services Chiefs of India written by S. Sartaj Alam Abidi and published by Northern Book Centre. This book was released on 2007 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The present book is he story of gallant sons of Indian soil. They staked their lives in the service of the country. It was their bravery and dare-devilry that earned the name and reputation for Indian forces. Without their courage and leadership Indian Forces could never achieve the prominence. All the countries of the world know that Indian Soliders, Sailors and Air-men can die for the country but can never betray it. The First World War and Second World War are the witness of their bravery and courage. They fought in the extreme climatic conditions with minimum resources - in the desert, oceans and in the air. It is the duty of every one of us to pay our homage to these fearless persons working under the leadership of the Chiefs of Army, Navy and Air Forces. This book is the succinct and lucid portrayal of the service elites who are the embodiment of gallantry, undaunted courage and devotion to duty. This book is a humble tribute to their bravery and patriotism. This book will be very useful to service officers, youths and research scholars. It will save their precious time by providing all the essential information about the Services Chiefs of India. Salient Features 1. 11 Portrait Photos of the supereme commanders of Armed Forces. 2. 16 coloured and 4 black & white photographs on art paper make the book colourful. 3. 22 Generals, 18 Admirals, 20 Air Marshal & Air Chief Marshal portrait photographs make it a rare collection. 4. It's a vivid glimpse of the Martial History of India from independence to-date.
Download or read book THE ROAD TO BECOMING AN OFFICER A GENTLEMAN written by Yashika Bharadwaj and published by BlueRose Publishers. This book was released on 2020-01-24 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Indian Army is one of the largest and most professional armies of the world. A commission in the Army is the dream of many, which only a privileged few can attain. An even fewer number get to graduate from the portals of the prestigious Indian Military Academy. In order to get into the Indian Military Academy, a young graduate needs to clear a written exam, followed by a very tough selection board and a thorough medical evaluation. Once one is inducted into the IMA, then begins the gruelling training of one and a half years, during which period a young man transforms into ‘an officer and a gentleman’. This is a story of that year and a half. This book is a narrative in the form of diary entries of the entire training process of one and a half years, as told from a mother’s perspective, whose son is undergoing the training in the Academy. Based on research, the account contains details of the psychological, physical, mental and emotional moulding of a young man that happens in the Academy - how a handful of like-minded young men get transformed into a band of brothers who learn to bond, respect, stand for and by each other and have a common goal – a commitment to the nation. It is a narrative of the fun, the camaraderie, the punishments, and the training in the IMA, and shows how morals, values, ethics and a complete dedication to the nation are imbibed by a young man in his journey of becoming An Officer and A Gentleman.
Download or read book Myths Realities of Security Public Affairs written by Arvindar Singh and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2011-01-01 with total page 237 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume contains an anthology of writings over the last about ten years of Arvindar SinghÑa well known scribe in the journalistic circles of Uttarakhand and Delhi. The author has meticulously dealt with the topics he chose to work upon and produced writings which are of great stimulant value to a productive mind and anyone who wants to know the twists and turns in the contemporary history of the modern Indian State. Here one finds pieces on individuals as diverse as Surjit Singh Barnala, Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Jaiprakash Narayan, Morarji Desai and Nani PalkhivalaÑall described in a matter befitting a work of this nature. The author does not fail to pull his punches while dealing with themes like the controversial Siachen Glacier, a historicalÊ analysis ofÊ the Indo-China dispute as well as various personal narratives which will undoubtedly appeal to the perceptive reader. Various historic personalities are dealt with at a one to one level. The characteristics of Morarji Desai known for his forthright views, the humility of Nani Palkhivala, the lan of Sam Manekshaw who was a born charmer, to mention a few. The writer has also reviewed a large number of books critically and his specialisations have been defence affairs and politics affecting the sub-continent among a multiplicity ofÊ subjects.
Download or read book My Truth written by Lafleur Barker and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2023-02-28 with total page 155 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What do you do when your world is a living hell? Do you accept the hand you’ve been dealt, or do you fight for a better life? At every turn, Lafleur Barker chose the latter option. This is her story. Lafleur was born in Saint Vincent in the Grenadines to destitute and overworked parents. After enduring a childhood of poverty and abuse, she took her destiny in her own hands and travelled to North America in the hopes of finding a better life. Unfortunately, hell followed her across the ocean. In Canada, Lafleur endured a series of living nightmares; violence, cruelty, and betrayal met her at every turn. Alone in a huge country, with no family, friends, or support, Lafleur had to learn how to survive on her own. She endured all the bumps and bruises, and she persevered until she reached a light at the end of the tunnel. Fundamentally, Lafleur’s story is about hope, resilience, and optimism. By trusting herself and the Lord, she survived the unimaginable. She is now blessed with a loving family and a well of hope for the future. Her story—her truth—is an inspiration for us all. Lafleur reminds us that with love and courage, anything is possible.
Download or read book Ayo Gorkhali written by Tim I Gurung and published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited. This book was released on 2023-03-13 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nepal, 1767. The tiny kingdom of Gorkha is on the ascendant under its ruler Prithvi Narayan Shah. Over the next few decades, his Gorkhali army establishes a mighty kingdom, the borders of which extend from Kangra in the west to the Teesta river in the east. The territory encompasses a large part of present-day Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and almost all of present-day Nepal and Sikkim. When they are eventually reined in by the mighty British army in 1815, it sparks off a new engagement between the imperial power and Nepal. Impressed by the fighting abilities on display, the British army begins recruiting them. The Gurkhas (the prevalent spelling today) go on to serve with distinction in many theatres of war over the next hundred-odd years, their exploits in World War I and II earning them a number of bravery medals. With Indian independence in 1947 comes further change: the Gurkhas are now split across three armies: the British, Indian and the Nepalese. Ayo Gorkhali by Tim I. Gurung, a former British Gurkha, is the first work of history by a member of the community and brings alive the story of a people who have served flags other than their own with honour, even as they have attempted to keep their native warrior traditions alive in letter and spirit. The history of the Gurkha serviceman is one that goes beyond soldiering and bravery-it is in equal measure a story of the resilient human spirit, and of a tiny community that carved for itself a niche in world history.
