Monday, October 15, 2012

07. Sawar Muhammad Hussain

Sawar Muhammad Hussain Janjua (Urdu: محمد حسین) was born in Janjua family of Dhok Pir Bakhsh (now Dhok Muhammad Hussain Janjua named after him in commemoration of his Gallantry) near Jatli in Gujar Khan on June 18, 1949. He joined Pakistan Army as a driver on September 3, 1966 at a very young age of 17 years[citation needed]. Although he was only a driver he always yearned to participate in active battle.

Born 18 June 1949
Gujar Khan, Punjab
Died 10 December 1971
Zafarwal, Shakargarh
Allegiance Pakistan Army
Years of service 3 September 1966 - 10 December 1971
Rank Jawan
Unit 20th Lancers
Battles/wars 1971 War
Awards Nishan-e-Haider

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