World Wars and India — History STD 12 Commerce / Arts — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 Commerce / ArtsHistoryWorld Wars and India4 Marks
Question
Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw.
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Answer
During World War II Sam Manekshaw was sent under the 17th Infantry Division to prevent Japanese attacks in Burma.
He was appointed as the acting Commander. The army attacked the Sittang Bridge under his leadership. The enemy attacked him.
He was hit by nine bullets fired from the Japanese machine guns. Maj. Gen. David Cowan, a senior commanding officer witnessed Manekshaw’s unmatched valour and pinned his own Military Cross ribbon on Manekshaw.
A Military Cross could be awarded only to a soldier who is alive. He was appointed as the first Field Marshall of independent India.
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