{"title":"Usman Shabbir","description":"\u003cp\u003eDive into the thought-provoking world of Usman Shabbir, where contemporary fiction meets sharp social commentary. Explore stories that challenge perceptions and ignite conversation, perfect for fans of Mohsin Hamid.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"eagles-of-destiny-volume-1-book-usman-shabbir-9781914377037","title":"Eagles of Destiny Volume 1","description":"\u003cb\u003e...well written, solidly researched with detailed citation, and filled with historical facts and personal anecdotes. -- The Journal of the Air Force Historical Foundation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo say that the Pakistan Air Force has an eventful history would not be an overstatement. From its very inception it was involved in the support of ground troops in Kashmir while trying to stand on its own feet in the immediate aftermath of the partition of British India. Two major wars ensued in which it performed well against the numerically superior Indian Air Force.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eEagles of Destiny\u003c\/i\u003e mini-series covers the early years of Royal Pakistan Air Force, initially while still being led by seconded Royal Air Force personnel and operating under a British model, through to being led by Pakistani officers and its transformation into a first-rate tactical force based on the American approach to air operations. The acquisition of assets under British leadership and later via the American Mutual Defence Assistance Program are examined in depth as are the resulting changes in operational concepts. The major wars with India during 1965 and 1971 are also covered in detail, including the intervening period, where an American arms embargo brought in drastic changes and a flare for improvisation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eEagles of Destiny\u003c\/i\u003e mini-series is based on extensive research conducted over more than 20 years, including interviewing a large number of officers, many of whom shaped the events along with access to numerous British, American and Pakistani archives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eEagles of Destiny Volume 1\u003c\/i\u003e tells the story of Pakistan Air Force up to 1956, and is illustrated by dozens of unique photographs, some never published before, along with specially commissioned maps and color artworks.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ GARDNERS","offer_id":49740613353745,"sku":"NGR9781914377037","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1914377036.jpg?v=1751631463"},{"product_id":"eagles-of-destiny-volume-2-book-usman-shabbir-9781804510179","title":"Eagles of Destiny Volume 2","description":"\"...well written, solidly researched with detailed citation, and filled with historical facts and personal anecdotes.\" - The Journal of the Air Force Historical Foundation Eagles of Destiny Volume 2 is a detailed account of the transformation of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) with the help of the first US assistance program, and how its leadership utilized this opportunity to create a modern air force. It provides detailed coverage of the PAF's participation in the 1965 Indo-Pakistani War, based on official documentation and material from private collections that were previously not available to the public. The story of the Pakistan Air Force during this period is concluded by the coverage of the first build-up with the Chinese support, against the backdrop of US sanctions, highlighting and discussing the challenges and response. Finally, the book provides detailed coverage of PAF operations during the 1971 War with India, including several first-hand accounts by key officers. Between 1956 and 1971, the PAF inducted a number of new weapon systems, including US-made F-86 Sabres, French-made Mirages, and Chinese-made F-6s. These developments and PAF's strategy are all discussed in great detail. Richly illustrated, and almost entirely based on accounts never published before, Eagles of Destiny Volume 2 provides a unique insight from professionals who were either directly involved, or witnessed the affairs in question.","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ GARDNERS","offer_id":49743015641361,"sku":"NGR9781804510179","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"GB \/ VERY_GOOD \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":50532269490449,"sku":"GOR013988078","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1804510173.jpg?v=1751632344"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/collections\/author-books-by-usman-shabbir.oembed","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}