The Lion of Naushera

Name: The Lion of Naushera
Brand: Bloomsbury India

Bloomsbury India

Within weeks of India gaining independence, Kashmir resembled a battlefield because of Pakistan\u2019s repeated incursions to capture the Muslim-dominated princely state. Towering among the soldiers who fought with grit and gumption to foil Pakistan\u2019s designs was Brigadier Mohammed Usman, who chose to remain in pluralist India. Sadly, he lost his life twelve days shy of his thirty-sixth birthday, fighting Pakistani forces. The newly born nation saluted the fearless warrior conferring on him the sobriquet \u2018the Lion of Naushera\u2019 for his bravery. While some heroes have been duly and gratefully feted, others have not always got their due. The Lion of Naushera is an attempt to clear some of the debts we owe to Brigadier Usman. Not only does it tell the story of the brave soldier, it also presents a\n\nThe Lion of Naushera\n\nFree UK delivery on this item.\n\nThis brand new item is available with free UK delivery using Royal Mail tracked services.\n\nPlease note: the price a;