MAJOR SAMMER PALL TOOR (3rd Generation Infantry Veteran)’s Post

Today, we want to talk about a different Tiger Hill than what pops up in our mind right away. The Tiger Hill (or Point 5062) is a mountain in the Drass-Kargil area of Ladakh, India. This is one of the highest peaks in the area and was the bone of contention in one of the battles of the Kargil War in 1999. Owing to its height, it overlooks NH 1, which connects Srinagar to Kargil and an enemy atop the peak would mean they would have a direct line of sight onto the headquarters of India’s 56 Brigade as well as a 25 km stretch of the highway. The Battle of Tiger Hill was fought between the Indian Army and Pakistan when the latter illegally occupied this strategically important mountain. The 8th Battalion, Sikh Regiment attempted an assault in late May but was repulsed by the heavy small-arms fire. 192 Mountain Brigade assumed command of the operations on Tiger Hill in late June. The 18th Battalion, The Grenadiers, who had already achieved victory at Tololing, were then assigned the task. The final assault happened on July 3rd with an artillery bombardment. After days of intense fighting on the peak, the 18 Grenadiers seized the mountaintop on the morning of July, 8. Today is July 26 or Kargil Vijay Diwas, the 25th anniversary of India’s victory in the Kargil War. As we have been celebrating stories of war and resistance throughout this month, this day remains an important moment in our history. Here you can see a newspaper coverage from July 5 of the Tiger Hill capture. Source: Wikipedia and The New Indian Express . . . #ImmersiveTrails #ImmersiveExperiences #KargilVijayDiwas #KargilWar #TigerHill #OnThisDay #IndianHistory

Dunn, J. (2017). ‘For God, Emperor, and Country!’The Evolution of Ethiopia’s Nineteenth-Century Army. In African Military History (pp. 403-424). Routledge. ABSTRACT: Ethiopian soldiers were very different from troops raised by other African states. Traditionally, Ethiopian armies maintained an all-round defense with the commander and his best troops occupying the Gadam, or 'central place'. Such picked forces, called Elfign Ashkar, obtained the best weapons and training. Although brave to the point of foolhardiness in previous battles with the Egyptians and British, by the 1870s most Ethiopians were familiar with the killing zone created by modern firearms. Nature severely retarded the growth of Ethiopia's mounted force via a rinderpest epidemic that killed vast numbers of horses in 1889–90. Except for its modern armament, an Ethiopian army on the march was but slightly removed from that of ancient Aksum. Ethiopian losses were heavy, with over 7000 dead, but the army was intact and poised to invade Eritrea. Italy was now ready to negotiate, allowing Menelik to secure favourable terms ending this last challenge to nineteenth-century Ethiopia's independence.

Dunn, J. (2017). ‘For God, Emperor, and Country! ’The Evolution of Ethiopia’s Nineteenth Century Army. In African Military History (pp. 403-424). Routledge. ABSTRACT: Ethiopian soldiers were vastly different from troops raised by other African states. Traditionally, Ethiopian armies maintained an all-round defense with the commander and his best troops occupying the Gadam, or 'central place'. Such picked forces, called Elfign Ashkar, obtained the best weapons and training. Although brave to the point of foolhardiness in previous battles with the Egyptians and British, by the 1870s most Ethiopians were familiar with the killing zone created by modern firearms. Nature severely retarded the growth of Ethiopia's mounted force via a rinderpest epidemic which killed vast numbers of horses in 1889–90. Except for its modern armament, an Ethiopian army on the march was but slightly removed from that of ancient Aksum. Ethiopian losses were heavy, with over seven thousand dead, but the army was intact and poised to invade Eritrea. Italy was now ready to negotiate, allowing Menelik to secure favorable terms ending this last challenge to nineteenth-century Ethiopia's independence.

Today, we want to talk about a different Tiger Hill than what pops up in our mind right away. The Tiger Hill (or Point 5062) is a mountain in the Drass-Kargil area of Ladakh, India. This is one of the highest peaks in the area and was the bone of contention in one of the battles of the Kargil War in 1999. Owing to its height, it overlooks NH 1, which connects Srinagar to Kargil and an enemy atop the peak would mean they would have a direct line of sight onto the headquarters of India’s 56 Brigade as well as a 25 km stretch of the highway. The Battle of Tiger Hill was fought between the Indian Army and Pakistan when the latter illegally occupied this strategically important mountain. The 8th Battalion, Sikh Regiment attempted an assault in late May but was repulsed by the heavy small-arms fire. 192 Mountain Brigade assumed command of the operations on Tiger Hill in late June. The 18th Battalion, The Grenadiers, who had already achieved victory at Tololing, were then assigned the task. The final assault happened on July 3rd with an artillery bombardment. After days of intense fighting on the peak, the 18 Grenadiers seized the mountaintop on the morning of July, 8. Today is July 26 or Kargil Vijay Diwas, the 25th anniversary of India’s victory in the Kargil War. As we have been celebrating stories of war and resistance throughout this month, this day remains an important moment in our history. Here you can see a newspaper coverage from July 5 of the Tiger Hill capture. Source: Wikipedia and The New Indian Express . . . #ImmersiveTrails #ImmersiveExperiences #KargilVijayDiwas #KargilWar #TigerHill #OnThisDay #IndianHistory

In the practical art of war, the best thing of all is to take the enemy’s country whole and intact; To shatter and destroy it is not so good. So, too, it is better to recapture an army entirely than to destroy it, to capture a regiment, a detachment, or a company entirely than to kill them. I neatly conclude that, to fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists in breaking the enemy’s resistance without fighting. #Stratagem

Thank you to all who have made the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that we can enjoy the peace and joy that we do today. How do you like to celebrate Memorial Day and remember the sacrifice of our troops? Drop your answer below in the comments! . . . #memorialday #memorialday2023 #floridarealestateagent #jacksonvilleflorida #jacksonvillerealestateagent #jaxrealestate #jaxrealty #jaxproperties #jaxproperty #flrealestate #flrealty #flproperty #futurehome #floridarealestate #floridarealtor #floridarealty #FloridaLife #floridaliferealtyandinvestments

🚛 Honoring Our Heroes on Kargil Vijay Diwas 🚛 Today, we remember and salute the brave soldiers who defended our nation during the Kargil War. Their courage and sacrifice inspire us every day. At CABT Logistics, we are proud to honor their legacy. #KargilVijayDiwas #CABTLogistics #SaluteOurSoldiers #Patriotism #IndianArmy #NeverForget #Logistics #SupplyChain #Transportation #Shipping #Freight #LogisticsManagement #SupplyChainManagement #TransportSolutions #LogisticsSupport #Cargo #SupplyChainSolutions #GlobalLogistics #LogisticsIndustry

Armed Forces Flag Day – December 7th "Honoring the Courage and Sacrifice of Our Heroes" Armed Forces Flag Day, observed annually on December 7th, is a day to honor the bravery, valor, and sacrifices of the Indian Armed Forces. It is also an opportunity for citizens to contribute towards the welfare of the soldiers, ex-servicemen, and their families. Significance: Honoring Heroes: Acknowledges the sacrifices made by the armed forces in safeguarding the nation's sovereignty. Supporting Veterans: Raises funds for the welfare of war widows, children of martyrs, and disabled soldiers. Fostering Patriotism: Strengthens the bond between civilians and armed forces. How to Observe: Wear the Armed Forces Flag with pride to show solidarity. Donate generously to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. Participate in awareness campaigns to highlight the sacrifices of the armed forces. "Let us unite to salute the courage of those who serve and protect our nation selflessly." This post is made by Deepak Saini. Deepak Saini Do like this post if you feel happy, inspired, or learned. #ArmedForcesFlagDay #RespectOurForces #IndianArmy #IndianNavy #IndianAirForce #TributeToHeroes

Democracy is the only solution for Pakistan. The Military must understand that it cannot rule, directly or indirectly. The people demand true Democracy, not another era of Military Control. We are on the brink of anarchy, anything like the Arab Spring will destroy us. Imran Khan is the leader who can channel the people’s anger and restore order. The nation’s frustration with the Army is undeniable, and only Imran Khan acknowledges the Military’s vital role in Pakistan’s survival. You must respect the people’s will and return power to the legitimately Elected People. This is your final opportunity, kindly restore democracy now to avoid the growing unrest of a nation. May Allah save our country.