Sibling Rivalry #17 - Prisoners of Destiny

Pakistani Prisoners of War were more than bargaining counters between the two countries. They were soldiers, once proud  but now coping with humiliation of laying down their arms and indignity of captivity. This episode takes a closer look at their lives in captivity, several escape attempts, and the psychological trauma on return. Back in their own country they faced suspicion and disdain. The psychological trauma of 1971 and the resolve of the prisoners to redeem themselves changed Pakistani outlook and strategy towards India.  Please share your comments and feedback at rohit@rohitagarwal.in  Sources -  The origins of war in South Asia- Indo-Pakistani conflicts - Sumit GangulySouth Asian Crisis- India, Pakistan, And Bangla Desh - A JacksonThrough the 1971 Crisis- An Eyewitness Account by a Soldier - Hakeem Arshad Qureshi Military, State and Society in Pakistan - Hasan Askari RizviWar, Coups and Terror - Pakistan's Army - Brian Cloughley #IndianHistory #HistoryPodcast #IndiaPakistanWar #OperationSindoor #prisonersofwar #PakistanArmy #Bhutto