Agha Humayun Amin
Agha Humayun Amin | |
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 Amin as a Lieutenant in 1989 | |
| Born | 1961 Quetta, West Pakistan |
| Died | February 21, 2025 (aged 64) Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Allegiance |  Pakistan |
| Service |  Pakistan Army |
| Years of service | 1981–1995 |
| Rank |  Major |
| Unit | 11 Cavalry |
| Alma mater | Forman Christian College Pakistan Military Academy |
| Other work |
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Agha Humayun Amin (1961 – February 21, 2025), popularly known online as Agha H. Amin, was a former officer of the Pakistan Army, military historian, and defense analyst. Known for his extensive writings on South Asian military history, strategy, and geopolitics, Amin made significant contributions to the study of Pakistan’s military campaigns and regional conflicts.
Early life and education
[edit]Amin was born in 1961 in Quetta, West Pakistan. He was the son of a decorated Brigadier and was educated at Cantt. Public School Quetta, Station School and Saint Mary’s Academy School Lalazar Rawalpindi. He went to Forman Christian College in Lahore for college.[1]
Military Career
[edit]Amin joined the Pakistani Military Academy on 3rd May 1981. He was commissioned into the elite 11th Prince Albert Victor’s Own (PAVO) Cavalry and later the Armored Corps.[2]
During his military career, he served in various roles, focusing on operational strategy and armored warfare. He attained the rank of Major before retiring from the military in March 1994.[3]
Military History and Writing
[edit]After retiring, Amin turned to military history and analysis. He authored numerous books and articles on South Asian Wars and Key Military Individuals. Challenging mainstream narratives with his critical assessments and deep archival research. His works cover topics such as the Indo-Pakistani Wars, the Soviet-Afghan War, and Pakistan’s strategic doctrines.[4]
Notable Works
[edit]Agha Amin wrote extensively on military history, writing 30 books and over 200 articles.[5] Some of his key works include:
- Pakistan Army Till 1965
- The Sepoy Rebellion of 1857-59
- Afghanistan: From Cold War to the War on Terror
- India-Pakistan Wars: A Strategic Analysis
- A Concise History of the Pakistan Army
- The Battle for Afghanistan: A Critical Analysis
- The 1965 War: A Reassessment
- The 1971 War: A Military Perspective
His work was known for its analytical depth, reliance on primary sources, and alternative perspectives on historical events.[6]
Contributions to Defense Analysis
[edit]Amin contributed articles to various military and strategic think tanks. His insights were featured in prominent publications such as Defence Journal, GlobalSecurity.org, Small Wars Journal and The Friday Times.[7] His writings on Pakistan's military doctrines, regional conflicts, and historical battles were highly regarded among defense scholars and policymakers.[8]
Death and legacy
[edit]Agha Humayun Amin passed away on February 21, 2025, in Lahore, Pakistan, after a brief illness from complications of cancer.[9] His contributions to military history and strategic analysis continue to be referenced in academic and defense circles. Amin’s work remains influential among military historians, defense analysts, and strategic studies experts. His ability to combine firsthand military experience with historical research made his writings a valuable resource for understanding Pakistan’s defense history and South Asian military affairs.[10]
References
[edit]- ^ "Academic Author: Amin, Agha". mellenpress.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Obituary: Major Agha Humayun Amin – Brown Pundits". 2025-02-23. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "#decision #leadership #crisis #military by Military review and defence journal". Spotify for Creators. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ Priya, Ratan (2025-03-23). "Major Agha Humayun Amin—Pakistan army's prodigal son didn't care for nationalism or religion". ThePrint. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Books by Agha Humayun Amin (Author of Battle of Chamb 1971)". www.goodreads.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Books by Agha Humayun Amin (Author of Battle of Chamb 1971)". www.goodreads.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ Mughal, Aamir (2013-03-17). "Chagatai Khan: Interview with Agha Humayun Amin, Major (Retired)". Chagatai Khan. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Agha H Amin". scholar.google.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Last month, Major Agha Humayun Amin, a renowned military historian from… | Zaki Khalid". www.linkedin.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.
- ^ "Dailymotion". www.dailymotion.com. Retrieved 2025-03-23.