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The collective training had shown that the regiment had been converted into a well knit team. Equipment had been tested as well to ensure the regiment was prepared for war. The
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Pakistan's growing defense needs. The officer selected to train and command the new unit was Lt Col Muhammad Afzal Khan (Probyn's Horse). The 24th Cavalry was involved in the first ever tank assault in the history of the Pakistan army earning it its title of “The Charging 24th Cavalry” as it
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also provided some weapons. A variety of battle functions were allotted to the regiment. These included attack or counterattack under hostile fire, destruction of enemy armor by fire, exploitation after breakthrough, delaying action in a mobile battle, deep penetration in rear areas, and support to
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Officers visited the regiment in training area on 7 Nov 1966 and were visibly impressed by the high standard of operational readiness displayed by all ranks. A
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The Paltan was ordered to capture the disputed territory of Biar Bet, which is located 6 miles west of
Serabet, in Indian Rann of Kutch. Enemy's 13 Commando Battalion 50 Para Brigade was defending the area. Two companies of 15 Punjab, a squadron of 24 Cavalry (FF) and an R&S Company of 15
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On 9 Jan 1980 an eminent author of United States, Professor
Stephan P. Cohen who was writing a book on the Pakistan and Indian armies visited the regiment. He was shown assembly line training and sub caliber firing, besides a presentation on the organization of the Armoured Regiment and class
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Commander and GOC were also present. The visitors were visibly impressed by the standard of training and maintenance that they
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Shamiari Chief of Staff Saudi Arabian Army and 10 officers witnessed a demonstration on deep water fording which was greatly appreciated by the visitors and the GOC.
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demonstration was also given to Staff College students at Ranges on 22 Nov 1966. This process of exercises continued and built up to regimental exercise.
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