Through extensive use of official records and participant recollections, rare photography and authentic colour profiles, Ravi Rikhye tells the captivating story of the 1971 Indo-Pak War, the biggest military conflict fought between India and Pakistan to date, and the war that resulted in emergence of Bangladesh as an independent nation.
The book explores the tumultuous events surrounding the 1947 partition of India and Pakistan, highlighting the hasty decisions made by Great Britain, which rushed a complex process that should have taken years. It delves into the historical context of Britain's weakened state post-World Wars and the resulting chaos that ensued from a lack of guidance and consensus, ultimately shaping the destinies of millions in the subcontinent.
Offensives and Counteroffensives in the South-West
The book delves into the critical events of the Indo-Pakistani War, focusing on the southwestern border region between India and Pakistan. It provides an in-depth analysis of the military strategies, political dynamics, and the impact of the conflict on the local populations. Through detailed accounts and historical context, it sheds light on the complexities of the war and its lasting implications for both nations.