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India Gazette
5 hours ago
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- India Gazette
Ooty: Madras Regimental Centre pays tribute to Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw on his death anniversary
Ooty (Tamil Nadu) [India], June 27 (ANI): On the death anniversary of Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, the Madras Regimental Centre, Wellington in Ooty, observed a wreath-laying ceremony at his final resting place. Senior officers, including the Commandant of the Defence Services Staff College, Station Commander and members of the Parsi Community, laid wreaths at the Manekshaw Memorial. A Guard of Honour was presented as a mark of respect, followed by a two-minute silence in memory of the departed hero. According to Lt Gen Virendra Vats, Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, field marshal Sam Manekshaw is 'undoubtedly' the most inspiring military leader of their time. He mentioned that his works and deeds will continue to inspire the upcoming generations. 'Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw is undoubtedly the most inspiring military leader of our times. His deeds and words continue to inspire us and will continue to do so, to the future generations', he told ANI. Sam Manekshaw was born on April 3, 1914, in Amritsar, and he died of pneumonia at the Military Hospital in Wellington, Tamil Nadu, on June 27, 2008, at the age of 94. Manekshaw joined the British Indian Army in 1932 and served with distinction during World War II. His career spanned over four decades and five wars, including the Indo-Pak War of 1947 and the liberation of Hyderabad in 1948. He was the first Indian Army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshal. Manekshaw was also the first Indian officer to command the Gorkhas after India won Independence. He was honoured with the Military Cross on the battlefront during the Second World War. Manekshaw, fondly called 'Sam Bahadur,' led the Indian Army to victory in the 1971 war with Pakistan, which resulted in the creation of Bangladesh. His legacy as one of India's finest military commanders endures, inspiring future generations. (ANI)
The Hindu
12 hours ago
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- The Hindu
Death anniversary of India's first Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw observed in Nilgiris
The Madras Regimental Centre (MRC) in Wellington, Coonoor observed the 17th death anniversary of Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw on Friday (June 27, 2025). The event was marked with a wreath laying ceremony held at his final resting place in Udhagamandalam in the Nilgiris, a press release from the MRC stated. Field Marshall Manekshaw passed away on June 27, 2008 and 'his legacy remains eternally etched in the heart of every Indian soldier,' the press release added. 'The ceremony paid homage to one of India's greatest military leaders, who led the Indian army to victory in the 1971 Indi-Pak war and became the first Indian army officer to be promoted to the rank of Field Marshall. Officer, Junior Commissioned Officers, and soldiers of the Madras Regiment and Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) gathered to honour his legacy and lifelong dedication to the service of the nation.' The ceremony began with the laying of the wreaths at the Manekshaw Memorial by senior officers, including the Commandant of the DSSC and members of the Parsi community, the press release added. A guard of honour was presented as a mark of respect followed by a two-minute silence in memory of Mr. Manekshaw. 'Field Marshall Manekshaw's illustrious military career spanned over four decades, from World War II to post-Independence conflicts. Revered for his strategic brilliance, charismatic leadership and unwavering courage, he remains an enduring symbol of India's military heritage,' the press release added.
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First Post
16 hours ago
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History Today: When ex-Indian Army chief Sam Manekshaw breathed his last
On June 27, 2008, Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw, one of the most distinguished officers of the Indian Army, passed away at the Military Hospital in Wellington. His defining achievement came as the Chief of the Army Staff during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War which led to the liberation of Bangladesh. Also, on this day in 1871, Japan officially adopted the yen as its national currency read more Sam Manekshaw was a pioneer officers of the Indian Army during the Indo- Pakistan War of 1971. File image One of the most decorated officers of the Indian Army, Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw bid adieu to the world on June 27, 2008. Revered as 'Sam Bahadur', Manekshaw served the Indian Army for over four decades and played a pivotal role in shaping its modern legacy. If you are a history geek who loves to learn about important events from the past, Firstpost Explainers' ongoing series, History Today will be your one-stop destination to explore key events. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD America witnessed a technological milestone on this day in 1951, with the first-ever colour television broadcast in the country. On this day in 1871, Japan officially adopted the yen as its national currency. Here is all that happened on this day. Sam Manekshaw breathed his last It was on June 27, 2008, that the distinguished officer of the Indian Army, Field Marshal Sam Hormusji Framji Jamshedji Manekshaw passed away at the age of 94. Affectionately known as 'Sam Bahadur', he died at the Military Hospital in Tamil Nadu's Wellington due to complications from pneumonia. Born on April 3, 1914, in Amritsar, he was among the first batch of cadets to graduate from the Indian Military Academy in Dehradun in 1934. He served with distinction in World War II and rose through the ranks over the years with his trademark wit, courage and integrity. His most defining achievement came as the Chief of the Army Staff during the 1971 Indo-Pakistan War, which led to the liberation of Bangladesh. Manekshaw's strategic brilliance , unwavering resolve and charismatic leadership were instrumental in India's decisive victory. Under his command, the Indian forces achieved a swift and overwhelming triumph, leading to the surrender of nearly 93,000 Pakistani troops. Sam Manekshaw became the first Field Marshal of country in 1973. Image source/X@adgpi In recognition of his extraordinary service and contributions, Sam Manekshaw was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal in January 1973, becoming the first Indian Army officer to achieve this highest honorary rank. He was also honoured with the Padma Vibhushan and Padma Bhushan, India's second and third-highest civilian awards, respectively. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD After retirement, he lived a quiet life in Coonoor. Despite his immense contributions, controversy surrounded the lack of national recognition at his passing as no top government leaders attended his funeral, drawing criticism from many quarters. Japan adopted the Yen History was scripted on June 27, 1871, in Japan after the country adopted the yen as its national currency. This marked a major step in the country's economic modernisation during the Meiji Restoration. With this move, Japan aimed to unify its fragmented monetary system and bring it in line with international standards. Before the Yen's introduction, Japan had a complex and decentralised currency system, with various feudal domains issuing their own notes and coins. The Meiji government introduced the New Currency Act of 1871 which sought to replace this patchwork system with a consistent currency, mirroring the decimal systems prevalent in Western nations. The Yen was defined as 1.5 grams of gold or 24.26 grams of silver, establishing a clear value and facilitating international trade. The name 'yen' (meaning 'round object' in Japanese) reflected the coin's shape. Representational image/Reuters The name 'yen' (meaning 'round object' in Japanese) reflected the coin's shape and followed the naming convention of other Asian currencies like the Chinese yuan and Korean won. The adoption of the yen helped in Japan's transformation from a feudal society into a modern industrial state. The coins were minted at the newly established Osaka Mint while banknotes were also introduced shortly after . STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In the decades that followed, the yen evolved through wars, inflation, and economic reforms. After World War II, it was fixed to the US dollar under the Bretton Woods system and later became a floating currency in 1973. Today, the yen is one of the most traded and trusted currencies in the world. First colour TV broadcast in US One of the path-breaking discoveries in the history of American television took place on this day in 1951. The Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) aired the first commercial colour broadcast in the United States. The program, a musical variety special simply titled 'Premiere,' aired over a network of five East Coast CBS affiliates. The broadcast was made from CBS's New York City studio and transmitted to a small group of specially equipped colour television sets in Washington, DC, New York, Philadelphia and Baltimore. Premiere featured appearances by CBS stars such as Arthur Godfrey, Ed Sullivan, and Garry Moore and included musical performances, comedy and variety segments. All of these were designed to showcase the possibilities of colour television. This landmark moment came after years of research and development. CBS's colour system, based on a mechanical rotating disk technology, was approved by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) earlier that year. However, it was not compatible with existing black-and-white TVs, which limited its reach and led to resistance from other networks and manufacturers. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Eventually, a competing electronic colour system developed by Radio Corporation of America (RCA), which was compatible with black-and-white TVs, became the industry standard by 1953. While CBS's June 27, 1951, broadcast was short-lived in its immediate impact, it remains a historic milestone. This Day, That Year On this day in 1977, Djibouti gained its independence from France. During World War I Greece declared war on the Central Powers on June 27, 1917. In 1844, the founder of the Mormon church Joseph Smith, was murdered by an armed mob in Carthage, Illinois.
