March 26, 1971 saw the formation of what country, when East Pakistan declared their independence from Pakistan?
History of East Pakistan who managed to keep the Pakistan Army at bay in many areas. On 16 December 1971, the Pakistan army wing in East Pakistan led by Niazi surrendered and Bangladesh was liberated. This day is celebrated in Bangladesh as "Victory Day" with more emphasis than Independence Day (26 March 1971). History of East Pakistan The history of East Bengal and East Pakistan from 1947 to 1971 covers the period of Bangladesh's history between its independence as a part of Pakistan from British colonial rule in 1947 to its independence from Pakistan in 1971. One of the most divisive issues confronting Pakistan
East Pakistan Air Operations, 1971 Hercules C-130B/E transport aircraft available in March 1971. Pakistan employed five C-130Bs as well as 75% of PIA transport capacity (The PIA fleet contained seven Boeing 707 and 4 Boeing 720 planes to ferry troops from West Pakistan 1971). Two entire infantry divisions were airlifted to East Pakistan from West Pakistan between 26 March and 2 May in an operation dubbed "Great Fly-In". Moving two entire infantry divisions - which were sorely needed to bolster the army in East Pakistan then facing stiff opposition over a span of two weeks - was a vital factor in sustaining the operation of