1971: Stories of Grit and Glory from the

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Major General Ian Cardozo has written a good book regarding the India Pakistan war of 1971. It is not a war history of army, sir force, or navy but the book comprises interesting stories relating to war by all three services. It was the first time in history of India that Indian armed forces and Indian bureaucracy and leadership worked in unison. All three services chiefs were very competent and efficient persons resulting that India first time established itself to be regional power in Asia, instead of combined threats of America and China. Mrs Indira Gandhi provided great leadership. This was possible by Soviet union standing in good stead behind india and indian people. It was also first time that America threatened and tried to intimidate a great nation who was fighting for just and equitable cause. President Richard Nixon and secretary of state Dr Henry Kissinger have to eat the humble pie in this matter. A new nation was created after partition days.The writer has written certain chapters very good as sinking of INS Khukri, devastating of Karachi Port, Long shot at Longewala, Race for Dhaka.There is no major mistakes in book and it is in good English. There is also no facts mistakes.It was travesty that there was no military participation in Shimla Agreement and bureaucrats lost all gains earned by Indian armed forces. Mrs Indira Gandhi realised after the agreement was implemented and PM Bhutto ( Julfikar Ali) cheated her. Her secretary P N Huxer was shown the gate. Kashmir problem is as it it is. Mr Bhutto and Ajiz Ahmed ( foreign secretary of Pakistan) backout their promise to solve Kashmir problem.The price is very reasonable as ordinary reader can afford for which I thank Penguin India. Their books are generally cheaper in comparison to Oxford University press books. It is very fascinating and interesting book and I strongly recommend this for every body who is interested in history of India Pakistan war of 1971.

This book is a must read for those Indian Army and War aficionados who want to know more about the war, about the brave soldiers who fought it; how they braved all the odds and at the risk of their lives made victory possible.This book contains some little known stories about some of the campaigns of the war, both on the Eastern and the Western front. Apart from being thoroughly entertaining, it also shed light on some of the little known aspects of the War. For example, everyone knows about the Battle of Longewala via the movie 'Border'. But that was a reel exaggeration. The story in the book is real. It tells us how that one fateful decision by Brigadier Kuldeep Singh Chandpuri changed the fate of the war and turned the tables on the enemy.There is also the story of the 'The Gates of Rattocke', where the Indian army outsmarted the enemy, forced them to surrender and returned intact the Gates of the Gurudwara of Rattocke, a small town in Punjab in the Indo-Pak border, thereby restoring the dignity of the town and it's people.Then there is the story of the Battle of Sylhet, where an undersized Indian infantry division tricked the larger size Pakistani garrison into surrender.This book is a must read for all true Indian patriots. Read it. read about the brave men who took part in this war and made victory possible. I guarantee that your heart will swell in pride and tears will escape your eyes.Lastly, I would like to congratulate Brigadier Ian Cardozo on his brilliant work in bringing these stories to light!Jai Hind!!

Must read one. Very good and insightful book. Must read to understand the 1971 war, the strategies and the valour.

The book has the ability to keep you glued to the content it has. It arouses to read read and read more and more. Facts and activities during the 1971 war has been adorably defined.

*Number of Star's visible to eyes in a dark night, for the Legend Sir Ian Cardozo* *3 star's for the Bad Quality materials used to print this Iconic book* It is sheer Injustice to this Iconic, well versed book, written by none other than the Hero of 1971 war Cardozo sir, because of its extremely low quality Ink, Low Quality Paper and Low Quality Binding. Extremely disappointed with material quality and to my surprise this comes from an Reputed publishing house of 'Penguin'!!!! This book, is not only a must read but a most treasured possession to be owned by any Military Enthusiastic person. Stories of Grit, Glory, Bravery, Camaraderie and Meticulously planned Strategy... all packed in this 350 paged Iconic Book. At last, I highly doubt this books Shelf Life due to it's extremely low Quality materials used.

good for reading

Really amazing book. Brought it for my grandpa as he was part of this war and we all were emotionally attached to this but he demise after having a glimpse of this book, which was really heart wrenching for me. The book is really great and narration is also nice. We can relate to those parts as well which were mentioned by him in his stories. Amazing book. Salute to the soldiers for their extreme valour and courage for our motherland. All the best wishes to the writer and the publisher who made it possible to spread the gigantic history of this war to us.Thankyou

Author has done a great work in presenting nuggets of the tactical victories. Too much details, names, ranks, areas and other details build up the chaotic scenes ..would have been a better read if there was a section dedicated to geography and details of north-east and north-west for youngsters to appreciate this piece of work. Golden words - "what was won in the war was lost by politicians"