Isbn: 9789390095902 - valour and honour: indian army through the ages (3 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: New. pp. 330.

Hardcover. Zustand: New. Valour and Honour: Indian Army through the Ages provides a sweeping view of the army's history from the mid-1700s till current times. The Indian Army is one of the largest armies in the world, with over 1 million men in uniform. It is also unique in the sense that it is a volunteer army. The army has evolved from colonial times into a truly modern, professional service that guards the nation's borders. It has participated in the First and Second World Wars and, since 1947, has protected the territorial integrity of the nation. It has fought four major wars since independence; of these, the 1971 India-Pakistan War which led to the creation of Bangladesh is considered its greatest victory. The Indian Army has extensive experience in counter-insurgency and internal security within the borders of India as well as externally in peacekeeping activities undertaken under the aegis of the United Nations. The Indian Army has the distinction of being considered as one of the most professional armies in the world today. It is a true reflection of the diversity of India. A unique ethos and set of values, customs and traditions, and the regimental spirit underpins the cohesiveness of this vast organisation. As the Indian Army marches on into the twenty-first century, it is evolving with the times to be ready to guard the borders of the nation at all times.…

Zustand: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 330 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | The Indian Army has the distinction of being considered as one of the most professional armies in the world today.