Sam Manekshaw
United StatesmilitaryMaleb. 19148.0Global Dominance: 0.05%Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw was a distinguished Indian Army officer and the first Indian to hold the rank of Field Marshal. Born on April 3, 1914, he served with great valor during World War II and played a pivotal role in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971, leading to the creation of Bangladesh. His strategic acumen and leadership earned him a revered place in Indian military history, and he remains an iconic figure in the annals of Indian defense.
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Sam Manekshaw was the country’s first field marshal.
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United States· 2026-06-21
General Sam Manekshaw was promoted to the rank of Field Marshal in 1973 as the first officer of the Indian Army.
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Bangladesh· 2025-05-22
Bangladesh· 2025-05-22
He was the first Indian to be promoted to the rank of field marshal.
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India· 2025-02-20
India· 2025-02-20
