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Dec 3 2008, Sanwali

1947- First Kashmir War

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Scene of the First Kadish War Action
Jammu and Kashmir was one of the many Indian states recognized by the British. Both India and Pakistan laid claims to the state. The Maharaja of Kashmir, Hari...

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