Kargil
From Surprise to Victory
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Siddhanta Pinto
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Written by:
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General V.P. Malik
About this listen
The definitive account of the 1999 Kargil war - the strategy, the effects, the heroism - from the man in charge.
In February 1999, Pakistani Army personnel, disguised as jehadi militants, infiltrated mountainous Kargil and occupied key vantage points. Their intrusion triggered off a limited war between the world's newest nuclear states. It was a bitter battle, and one that throws up important lessons for India's defence preparedness, as also its responses to flare-ups such as this. This book is also a reminder of the unparalleled heroism that was on display during those grim weeks, heroism that has become a benchmark for bravery.
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- Tanu
- 27-02-23
Excellent read
Good book and various previously unknown facts, the narrator mis-pronounced few names, apart from that an excellent effort.
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- Somnath
- 05-08-20
An important book
This is a book every Indian needs to listen/read. Various aspects of the Kargil war has been presented in depth. The only issue is they could have worked on some background music, added real sound bites etc to just make the reading more lively!
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- Anonymous User
- 07-03-21
crisp and to the point
Its always said history and particularly military history is written by the Victor. well done.
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- Jitendra Solanki
- 26-12-20
Brilliant book on the facts and Kargil victory
The book covers every important detail and give a holistic picture of the facts on Kargil war. The general recalls the military, political and all other factors in the amazing book. Must read for every Indian.
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- Anonymous User
- 06-10-20
Very Informative
The general doesnt mince words. He provides a wholesome picture of the Kargil war and events surrounding it. Certain military terms were mispronounced.
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- Neelotpal N.
- 03-12-22
Honest and Candid
It is a deep dive into one of the darkest chapters of the Indian history. The book is honest and reflects at the event of both side of the LOC.
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