The Indian Air Force (IAF) today remembered India’s first Field Marshal, Sam Manekshaw MC, on his birth anniversary. In a social media post, the IAF said that Sam Manekshaw was a soldier of exceptional courage, razor-sharp wit, and unmatched leadership. It added that he shaped decisive moments in Indian military history with clarity and conviction. It further said that his enduring legacy continues to inspire generations of warriors to lead with integrity, resolve, and purpose.