India, Aug. 30 -- Rezang La is a massive feature, approximately 5,180 metres high. It was defended by the Charlie Company of 13 Kumaon. Deployed over a stretch of about 2 kms, it had a strength of 127 all ranks. The Company consisted of No. 7, 8 and 9 platoons. The ground required to be covered at Rezang La was much larger than what could be covered by the troops available. The company administrative base, with its cook house, reserve rations and clothing was located at the Nallah below. The company position had been prepared well within the time limits and resources available. On the night 17-18 November around 2200 hrs, a heavy snowstorm lashed the battle zone for nearly two hours. After the storm, visibility improved to 600 meters. At 02...