List of days of the year

01 January - General Manekshaw was made Field Marshal

 


Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, popularly known as Sam Bahadur, was made a Field Marshal on 01 January 1973. He was the Chief of the Army Staff of the Indian Army during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, which resulted in the creation of Bangladesh. His promotion to the rank of Field Marshal was in recognition of his exceptional leadership and contribution during the war.

Sam Manekshaw was born on 03 April 1914 and he passed away on 27 June 2008. He remains one of the most respected military leaders in India, known for his strategic acumen, wit, and dedication to the armed forces.

 

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