anyone who likes military history would like this book. this book contains some very interesting information about 65 war. a short and yet interesting read. It contains excerpts of SB Chauhan's(the then defence minister) diary

The book, based on diary entries of then defense minister helps in understanding the decision making at highest levels during the 65 war. It sheds light to why Indians could not capitalize on early gains and how indian commanders waited for civilian authority to approve final charge on lahore for one whole day.The slip ups and the tension of swings of war with international diplomatic pressures has been brought about clearly.The author has been close confidante of said minister and has mainta...

Excellent book to read to understand the 1965 War. All the events are explained in a detailed & precise manner that it gives a complete picture of both the wars.

This was the second war with pakistan.I also told the foolishness that uptil 1965 our armed forces where not getting training.This book also tells about the geat bravery of our Indian pilots who crashed Americas's gifted fighter plan to pakistan like a toys from oldest fighter plane.And also Lal Bhadhur Shastri Proved much better prime minister than Nehru.