Sahabzada Yaqub Khan facts for kids
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Yaqub Ali Khan
صاحبزادہ یعقوب خان; |
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as a Brigadier in 1950s
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| Minister of Foreign Affairs | |
| In office 11 November 1996 – 24 February 1997 |
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| President | Farooq Leghari |
| Prime Minister | Moin Qureshi |
| Preceded by | Asif Ahmad Ali |
| Succeeded by | Gohar Ayub |
| In office 21 March 1982 – 20 March 1991 |
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| President | Zia-ul-Haq (1982–88) Ghulam Ishaq Khan (1988–91) |
| Prime Minister | Mohammad Juneijo Benazir Bhutto |
| Preceded by | Agha Shahi |
| Succeeded by | Abdul Sattar |
| Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Western Sahara | |
| In office 23 March 1992 – August 1995 |
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| Preceded by | Johannes Manz |
| Succeeded by | Erik Jensen |
| Pakistan Ambassador to the United States | |
| In office 19 December 1973 – 3 January 1979 |
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| President | Fazal Illahi |
| Prime Minister | Zulfikar Ali Bhutto |
| Preceded by | Syed Mohammad Khan |
| Succeeded by | Syed Mohammad Khan |
| Governor of East-Pakistan | |
| In office 7 March 1971 – 6 April 1971 |
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| President | Yahya Khan |
| Prime Minister | Nurul Amin |
| Preceded by | VAdm Syed Mohammad Ahsan |
| Succeeded by | Lt.Gen Tikka Khan |
| In office 23 August 1969 – 1 September 1969 |
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| President | Yahya Khan |
| Preceded by | MGen Muzzafaruddin |
| Succeeded by | VAdm S.M. Ahsan |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
Mohammad Yaqub Ali Khan
23 December 1920 Rampur, Uttar-Pradesh, British Indian Empire (Present-day India) |
| Died | 26 January 2016 (aged 95) Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Citizenship | British Subject (1920–1947) Pakistan (1947–2016) |
| Political party | Pakistan Peoples Party (1974–77; 1988–96) |
| Alma mater | Rashtriya Indian Military College Indian Military Academy Command and Staff College |
| Cabinet | Zia administration Yahya administration Benazir ministry |
| Awards |   Sitara-e-Pakistan |
| Nicknames | SYAK Prince Soldier |
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| Allegiance |  Pakistan |
| Branch/service |  British Indian Army (1940–1947) Pakistan Army(1947–1971) |
| Years of service | 1940–1971 |
| Rank |   Lieutenant-General |
| Unit | 18th Cavalry, Armoured Corps |
| Commands | Eastern Command, East Pakistan 1st Armoured Division, Armoured Corps Command and Staff College Chief of General Staff |
| Battles/wars | World War II Siege of Tobruk Indo-Pakistani War of 1965 Bangladesh Liberation War |
| S/No. | PA – 136 |
Sahabzada Yaqub Khan (born December 23, 1920 – died January 26, 2016) was a very important person in Pakistan. He was a high-ranking general in the army. He also held many top jobs in the Pakistani government. He was born in Rampur, India.
Yaqub Khan was known for his work in international affairs for over 30 years. He served as the Foreign Minister of Pakistan two times. First, from 1982 to 1991, and again as a temporary foreign minister from 1996 to 1997. He also worked as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States from 1973 to 1979. He passed away in Islamabad at the age of 95.
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Early Life and Education
Sahabzada Yaqub Khan was born into a royal family in Rampur, India. His family had a long history of serving in the military. He began his education at the Rashtriya Indian Military College. This school helped prepare young people for a career in the armed forces.
He then went on to the Indian Military Academy. This is where he trained to become an army officer. His strong education helped him become a skilled leader.
Military Career
Yaqub Khan started his military career in 1940, serving in the British Indian Army. He was part of the Armoured Corps. This branch of the army uses tanks and other armored vehicles.
World War II Experience
During World War II, Yaqub Khan fought in North Africa. He was involved in the Siege of Tobruk. This was a long battle in Libya. He was captured by enemy forces during the war.
After Pakistan became an independent country in 1947, he joined the Pakistan Army. He continued to serve with distinction.
Leadership Roles in the Army
Yaqub Khan held many important positions in the Pakistan Army. He commanded the 1st Armoured Division. This was a very powerful part of the army. He also served as the Chief of General Staff. This role involves planning and organizing the army's operations.
He was also the Governor of East Pakistan for a short time in 1969 and 1971. This was a very challenging period in the region's history.
Major Conflicts
Yaqub Khan was involved in several important conflicts. He fought in the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. This was a war between Pakistan and India. He also played a role in the events leading up to the Bangladesh Liberation War.
He retired from the army in 1971 as a Lieutenant-General. This is a very high rank in the military.
Diplomatic and Political Career
After his military service, Yaqub Khan became a diplomat. This means he represented Pakistan in other countries. He was known for his calm and thoughtful approach.
Ambassador to the United States
From 1973 to 1979, he served as Pakistan's Ambassador to the United States. This was a key role in building good relationships between the two countries. He worked under President Fazal Illahi and Prime Minister Zulfikar Ali Bhutto.
Foreign Minister of Pakistan
Yaqub Khan became the Foreign Minister in 1982. He held this position for almost nine years. During this time, he worked with President Zia-ul-Haq and Prime Ministers Mohammad Juneijo and Benazir Bhutto. He played a big part in Pakistan's foreign policy.
He also served as a special representative for the United Nations. From 1992 to 1995, he worked on finding solutions for the conflict in Western Sahara. He was again a temporary Foreign Minister in 1996-1997.
Legacy and Recognition
Sahabzada Yaqub Khan was known for his intelligence and his ability to speak many languages. He was nicknamed SYAK and Prince Soldier. He received the Sitara-e-Pakistan award. This is a high honor in Pakistan. He is remembered as a wise and dedicated leader who served his country in many ways.
