I have Not met the Field Marshal.Bhat,One of his Convoy Drivers,Mr.George (in his susequent life as a Civilian) worked as a follower for me in My 10 years Tenure at Trichur.We both wept when the Marshall passed away :( Today is the birth centenary of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw – military genius, extra-ordinary leader, patriot and one of the bravest sons of India - and one of most Inspiring Indians Ive ever had the honour of meeting. Sam “Bahadur” led the Indian Army during the Indo-Pakistan war in 1971 which led to the liberation of Bangladesh and during his four-decade military career saw him participate in World War II, the three wars against Pakistan and the 1962 India-China War. As we prepare to elect a new leader for the nation, Sam Manekshaw’s address at Defence Services College, Wellington on Leadership and Discipline 11th November, 1998 is a must read. bit.ly/1gQhacW On the military knowledge of politicians, he had famously said I wonder whether those of our political masters who have been put in charge of the defence of the country can distinguish a mortar from a motor; a gun from a howitzer; a guerrilla from a gorilla, although a great many resemble the latter. On his death, neither the PM or Defence Minister or any of the so called Political leaders deemed it fit to attend his funeral!
Posted on: Thu, 03 Apr 2014 08:32:01 +0000
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