Strategic Ladakh A Historical Narrative 1951-53 and a Military Perspective |
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| Author:
| Nath, Rajendra |
| ISBN: | 978-93-85563-49-2 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2016 |
| Publisher: | Published in association with United Service Institution of India [by] Vij Books
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $75.00 |
Book Description:
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The book is an account of the First Indian reconnaissance to Aksai Chin in 1952, though officially the first reconnaissance report reported as per Government records is that of 1956. This report of 1952 by the author brings out the developments that the Chinese had undertaken at that time.While bringing out the historical, social and cultural aspects of Ladakhi people, the book also delves on the Military and Strategic importance of this region. A brief account of the operations...
More DescriptionThe book is an account of the First Indian reconnaissance to Aksai Chin in 1952, though officially the first reconnaissance report reported as per Government records is that of 1956. This report of 1952 by the author brings out the developments that the Chinese had undertaken at that time.While bringing out the historical, social and cultural aspects of Ladakhi people, the book also delves on the Military and Strategic importance of this region. A brief account of the operations undertaken during 1947-48 war and 1962 war in this region as well as the Strategic Importance of Siachen Glacier (world's highest battleground) has also been covered by the author.