India, Dec. 1 -- The Battle of Rezang La, fought on 18 November 1962 during the India-China War, remains one of the most extraordinary last stands in global military history. At 18,000 feet, in temperatures dropping to -40degC, with limited winter clothing, scarce ammunition, and absolutely no artillery or air support, 120 soldiers of the 13 Kumaon Regiment's Charlie Company stood firm against a massive Chinese offensive. Of these 120 soldiers, 117 belonged to the Ahir or Yaduvanshi community. Their heroic resistance resulted in an estimated 1,310 Chinese casualties - an achievement unparalleled in modern warfare. If ever there was a story that deserved to be celebrated across India, it was this one. Yet, a series of sustained efforts sin...