I have always been inspired by defense personal and so i enjoyed this book thoroughly. It presents a unique insight to his thinking and his style of. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Jun 29, 2014 this and several other anecdotes find mention in a new book field marshal sam manekshaw. Field marshal sam manekshaw, the legend who was indias. The man and his times at the zoroastrian heritage and cultural center, 8787 w airport blvd. Soldiering with dignity by depinder singh and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Book on field marshal manekshaw launched at india house. This book is a reflection on sam, his character traits, sense of humour, moral and professional courage and the enigma that made up his personality. Field marshal sam manekshaw biography a motivation for all. A quintessential soldier who would go on to serve as the chief of the army staff, he is best remembered as the man who masterminded indias victory in the indopakistan war of 1971 that led to the liberation of bangladesh. Houston zoroastrians host authors of the book field.
Jun 28, 2017 sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw was the first indian army officer to be promoted to the rank of field marshal. The book also includes a video, in form of a cd, of a speech by fm sam manekshaw on leadership. Field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw, mc 3 april 1914 27 june 2008, widely known as sam manekshaw and sam bahadur sam the brave, was the chief of the army staff of the indian army during the indopakistani war of 1971, and the first indian army officer to be promoted to the rank of field marshal. Field marshal sam manekshaw, 8th chief of army staff was born on 3rd april, 1914 amritsar punjab. Popularly known as sam bahadur sam the brave, field marshal manekshaw was known for his wit and straighttalking nature. Presentations on the book were delivered by the authors, brig panthaki and zenobia panthanki. Field marshak sam manekshaw the man and his times saturday, april 11, 2015, was a banner day for the orlando members of the wzcc central florida chapter. Photographs, citations, notes and personal correspondence makes this a treasure to read. Mar 27, 2017 book by the husband and wife team provides a window to the personality of an officer and genetleman field marshal sam manekshaw. Sam s mental strength and discipline are so articulately brought out through specific episodes in his life, by the author who worked closely with the field marshall. We shared a closeness to sam that gave us a unique insight into his ideals, his military acumen, his. Apr 03, 2018 field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw april 3, 1914 june 27, 2008, popularly known as sam bahadur, was one of the greatest military commanders indias had.
He was the first commissioned in the indian armed forces who was given the rank of field marshal. Field marshall sam maneckshaw the man, the times and his. The man and his times california zoroastrian center. The man and his times at the zoroastrian heritage and. The man and his times posted on august 5, 2014 by arzan 0 comments we are happy to present a full writeup from the authors of this amazing book on indias greatest soldier and a proud parsi field marshal sam manekshaw. Field marshal sam manekshaw was indias first five star general, field marshal. About the book field marshal sam manekshaw was the chief of the indian. Field marshal sam manekshaw was the chief of the indian army from 1969 to 1973. Sams mental strength and discipline are so articulately brought out through specific episodes in his life, by the author who worked closely with the field marshall. Manekshaw rose to become the 8th chief of army staff of the indian army in 1969 and under his command, indian forces conducted victorious campaigns against pakistan in the indopakistani war of 1971 that led to the liberation of bangladesh in december 1971. May 02, 2020 here is an extract on moral courage from a lecture by field marshal s. Manekshaw, popularly known as sam, who led the indian army to a historic and unprecedented victory in 1971.
Sam manekshaws daughter remembers her dad on his birth. Book on field marshal manekshaw launched at india house, uk. Houston zoroastrians host authors of the book field marshal sam manekshaw. Field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw, widely known as sam manekshaw and sam bahadur, was the chief of the army staff of the indian army during the indopakistani war of 1971, and the first indian army officer to be promoted to the rank of field marshal. Indian army under his leadership compelled pakistan to kneel before india along with 93000 troops in 1971 indopakistan war. Brigadier behram panthaki, ably assisted by his wife, zenobia, has written this excellent book on field marshal s. Many such anecdotes about sam manekshaw can be found in a coffee table book that zenobia and i have written on the field marshal. He was generally known as sam bahadur among his people. The man and his times come hear an entertaining presentation by our own zenobia and behram panthaki about the highest ranking zarathushti ever to have served in the indian armed forces to attend, an rsvp by september 20th is required. Here are some facts about the brave officer on his ninth death anniversary.
Sam manekshaw on leadership and discipline field marshal sam manekshaws lecture at defence services college, wellington on leadership and discipline 11th november, 1998 commandant, ladies and gentlemen, i am fully conscious of the privilege, which is mine, to have been invited here to address the college. Field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw april 3, 1914 june 27, 2008, popularly known as sam bahadur, was one of. Indias first ever field marshal, sam manekshaw was a distinguished military man with a glorious career spanning over four decades. He is perhaps the most renowned leader in the indias military history.
Both sam and his younger brother jami served in the indian armed forces, with jami becoming a. When army headquarters recommended cancelling 1972 republic. The book, instead of a biography, is actually excerpts of the authors interactions with the field marshal. This book is an anecdotal account of a charismatic military leader who changed the map of the subcontinent. It was the launch of the book by brigadier behram k. We are happy to present a full writeup from the authors of this amazing book on indias greatest soldier and a proud parsi field marshal sam.
Field marshal is equivalent to an admiral of the fleet in the indian navy or a marshal of the air force in the indian air force. The man and his times by behram m panthaki, zenobia panthaki 2014 hardcover by isbn. This book on the charismatic field marshall, fondly called sam, has been written by his longserving aide brigadier retd behram panthaki and his wife zenobia. Sam manekshaw delivered in 1998 at dssc wellington suitably abridged for easy reading in case you are prepared for a longish read the complete lecture is posted below the extract moral courage is the ability to distinguish right from. Here is an extract on moral courage from a lecture by field marshal s. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. The man and his times on the charismatic military leader, fondly called sam, written by his longserving. If you read it, he starts by pointing out the bad treatment that the government of the day meted out to the field marshall but. The very name sam manekshaw is enough to inspire respect and admiration in the minds of indians even today. Buy the famous sam manekshaw book sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw aka sam manekshaw was one of the greatest indian army officer who has reached to the rank of field marshal.
Field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw, mc 3 april 1914 27 june 2008. 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. Most of the book consists of instances and anecdotes wherein sam manekshaw in his usual style, uses wit and humor of a level i am yet to witness in any other person that has an association with the defence services or any other individual in a powerful position. Field marshal sam manekshaw m c top results of your surfing field marshal sam manekshaw m c start download portable document format pdf and ebooks electronic books free online rating news 20162017 is books that can provide inspiration, insight, knowledge to the reader. Cariappa, who was conferred the rank on 14 january 1986. Zoroastrian association of houston is honored to present brigadier behram panthaki and his wife zenobia panthaki, authors of the much acclaimed book. As a 2star general he had a runin with defence minister krishna menon when he refused to comment on the army chief and told menon to mend his ways.
Zenobia panthaki and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This book is a reflection on sam, his character traits, sense of humor, moral. Field marshal sam manekshaw, the proud gorkha who fought five. This is the approved biography of sam by his military assistant is a with special emphasis on his term. Panthaki, zenobia 2016, field marshal sam manekshaw. Zenobia panthaki on the life and times of field marshal sam manekshaw, indias first field marshal and an outstanding. Description of the book field marshal sam manekshaw. Horses and mules have been replaced by vehicles and tanks. The man and his times since i joined the army, many changes have taken place. Jul 07, 2015 houston zoroastrians host authors of the book field marshal sam manekshaw.
This wellwritten biography pays tribute to a man dedicated to the task of soldiering with dignity to the nth degree. Perspective on effective leadership behaviour participative leadership. Having been fascinated by the mans persona i wanted more details of his childhood and personal life which is missing in the book. Manekshaw, who became indias first field marshal in 1973 and who helped draw the map of the subcontinent, has been written about extensively, and yet one does not tire of reading more about him. Field marshal sam manekshaw, arguably indias greatest general, was born on 3 april 1914 and died on 27 june 2008. Sam manekshaw biography childhood, life achievements. But the weird fact is that it was just a quirk of fate that he joined the army.
Brig behram m panthaki retd and zenobia panthaki as a 2star general he had a runin with defence minister krishna menon when he refused to snitch on the army chief and told menon to mend his ways. The government said opening a condolence book for the field marshal is a singular honour given to the departed field marshal shfj manekshaw. Field marshal sam manekshaw has been etched in the memory of indians as an iconic military leader. This war resulted in creation of bangladesh which was earlier known as east pakistan. The man and his times by brig behram m panthaki retd and zenobia panthaki. The man and his times on the charismatic military leader, fondly called sam, written by his. The book brings to light such and many other interesting facts about the man who is indias biggest war hero. At last we may all enjoy reading the approved biography of indias first field marshall and the worlds oldest living field marshall. Field marshal sam manekshaw biography the greatest soldier. Soldiering with dignity book online at best prices in india on. This book by the husband and wife team provides a window to the personality of an officer and gentleman field marshal sam manekshaw. The book is an anecdotal account of manekshaw who changed the map of the subcontinent. Meghna gulzar is gearing up to direct a film on the life of field marshal sam manekshaw, who passed away on this day 11 years ago at the age of 94.
This wellwritten biography pays tribute to a man dedicated to the task of soldiering. Vicky kaushal to play field marshal sam manekshaw in. Sep 19, 2017 field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw, mc 3 april 1914 27 june 2008, popularly known as sam bahadur sam the brave, was the chief of the army staff of the indian army. The book had to be kept open for two more days owing to tremendous public response.
The man and his times sam bahadurs daughter remembers her dad on his birth. This and several other anecdotes find mention in a new book field marshal sam manekshaw. Come hear an entertaining presentation by our own zenobia and behram panthaki about the highest ranking zarathushti ever to have served in the indian armed forces, field marshal sam manekshaw. I served on the generals staff from 196573 and was a witness to events and decisions that impacted the geopolitics of the indian subcontinent. Known to his friends as sam, field marshal sam hormusji framji jamshedji manekshaw, was born on april 3, 1914.
Brigadier behram panthaki served as adc to sam and behram and zanobia had a life long association with sam and his family. Sam manekshaw was the first field marshal of india, and was conferred the rank in january 1973. Sam manekshaws great qualities like courage, on 15th august i was watching one of the documentaries on the 1971 war when i came across the towering personality of field marshal sam manekshaw. The man and his times by behram m panthaki illustrated, 1 oct 2014 hardcover on. Houston zoroastrians host authors of the book field marshal. We have all heard of sam manekshaw s courage, his character, and the dedication to his troops and country. Also present at the special occasion was high commissioner of bangladesh to the uk nazmul quaunine, among others. Field marshal sam manekshaw, the man and his times. The man and his times, brigadier behram panthaki and zenobia panthaki. A tribute to indias best known modern military commanders, covers his life and times and his apogee, the victory in bangladesh in 1971 well covered with personal anecdotes. His strategic insights helped india outwit pakistan in 1971. Field marshal sam manekshaw was chief of the indian army from 1969 to 1973. Even as the clouds of war threaten to loom on the northeastern frontier, the india house in london paid a fitting tribute to the man who led india to victory in east pakistan, with the launch of the book field marshal sam manekshaw.
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