Sir: Our nation has seen two significant history making days, both fall on December 16. The first December 16, in the year 1971, was a day of despondency as it saw the end of a united Pakistan and dismemberment of the country. After the 1971 debacle, we should have learnt a lesson from Japan. The Japanese used their national tragedy of 1945 to turn their country into one of the most advanced nations and an economic giant of the world. The second December 16, 2014, has propelled the nation onto one platform, having a single voice and the same line of thinking. These feelings should be channelled in the right direction so that we can turn this country into a place where people can live in peace. Our leaders should take decisions in the common person’s interest and the rule of law should prevail at every tier of society. The people should be aware that nations seldom get a second chance. It is now up to us to build on the sacrifice rendered by our children and, henceforth, remember Dececember 16 as Pakistan Resurgence Day. Brig (r) Dr Iqbal Gohar Lahore