When The British Fought The Gurkhas | Anglo Nepalese War 1814-16
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- Between 1814-1816, the British and the Gurkhas fought a vicious bloody war - the Anglo Nepalese War.
It was the only time they ever fought each other.
The bravery shown by both sides built a mutual respect and a 200 year tradition of Gurkhas serving in the British Army began.
It continues to this day.
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The story explains how a mutual respect born out of a bloody war in the Himalayas resulted in the Gurkhas serving in the British army for the last 200 years.
I explore some of the characters who participated in the war, including General Gillespie, Colonel (later General) Ochterlony and the disapearing General Marley.
We then follow the service that the Gurkas have given to Britain since the Anglo-Nepalese War.
26 Victoria Crosses have been awarded to men serving in Gurkha regiments and I tell the story of the last man to receive the VC, Lance Corporal (later Captain) Limbu in 1965 (Borneo Confrontation)
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:05 Gurkha Victoria Cross
3:03 Heading For A Clash
5:29 Anglo-Nepalese War Starts
7:37 Battle of Kalunga (Nalapani)
12:51 Gen. Marley goes AWOL
13:54 Ochterlony Takes Command
15:17 Victory Postponed
17:45 2nd Invasion
18:59 War Ends
20:01 Gurkhas In British Army
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Whilst working in Germany 50 years ago, I met a retired Gurkha who was working in a Chinese restaurant. He told me he had served 25 years in the British army, so I suggested he must have a good pension. He replied that he received half of what a British serviceman received, and, as a Brit, I wished the ground would swallow me up there and then. I am glad this travesty has now been corrected
I agree with you about the travesty. I understand that it initially occurred because in 1947 the British and the Indian Indians agreed to pay their Gers the same benefits which were pegged at the Indian level.
If British wages are given in South Asia, the person will become a millionaire
@@VED036but they and their family live in uk bro not nepal
@@dipeshgrg985 England was always foolish.
Corrected not because it was the right thing to do as it should never have come to that, but because it hit the mainstream media, it was the shame those in power felt for such a situation. Shameful behaviour as always.
Some years ago whilst trekking through a village in the Himalayan foothills I was approached by a local who explained that grandfather had a letter written in english and that no one in the village could read it, would I read it to them? On reading it I discovered that the old gentleman was an ex British Gurkha and that the letter was informing him that he had been granted a pension. He was ecstatic and I was left feeling extremely privalidged to have given the good news to someone who had served our country.
What a lovely story.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share it here
I was so happy to hear this story and learn more about the history of the Gurkhas. When I was younger, my father had a book on them, which I inherited along with his kukri. I must have read that book over and over. My father passed away over 20 years ago and was a former UDT man in the US Navy. I am looking forward to the next installment on British history and what else I can learn. Well done, amigo y gracias!
Harry, I am very happy to hear that you enjoyed it.
Next week, I will be telling the story of Admiral Thomas Cochrane - the real life "Master & Commander".
@TheHistoryChap I'm looking forward to that one! That a great movie too!
Nepal visit once in a life time must 😁😁😁😁😁😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😘😘😘😘 u n ur family will love it 😍😍😍😍😍
I like you to talk about the black rulers of Europe.
I'm so pleased! I was one of the many, I'm sure, that had suggested this might be an interesting topic; having served in Aldershot and worked alongside the Gurkhas there. We owe them more than a lot of people contemplate.
Really pleased you liked it. Thanks fro watching.
What an incredible story, such bravery on both sides.
"They are as brave as lions and NEARLY equal to us" classic.
Certainly glad that both nations became allies.
Hi Darren,
Glad you enjoyed it.
I appreciate your support and your comments. Thanks
@@TheHistoryChapyou should address the creation of martial race theory by the British.
And a separate mess for the brownies and low different wages for equal positions in the army ! The wonders of British generosity is amazing😅
what bravwry by english . ek taraf se nepali mare dusre side se uttarkhand ke or sikh regiment . angrejon ke to officer the sab bache . dono side ke hindu mare kitne bevquf hain ham hindu log 😂😂
@@SafavidAfsharid3197 Enough with the race nonsense
number of years ago I knew a captain of nursing. Her posting was alongside gurkhas. One night the nursing staff were out on the town and convinced a group of gurkhas to come clubbing with them. A huge fight kicked off in the club. The Gurkhas gathered the nurses in a corner and formed a ring round them facing out. Not one combatant went anywhere near that corner.
Thank you for watching and for taking the time to share your memories
Best day's work the British Army ever did, in many ways. We learned about the Gurkhas and made friends with them. Now they are the best friends and bravest comrades our country has EVER had.
Nice comment. Thanks
but you screwed us over 1/3rd of our land and instead of keeping or returning it instead gave it away for free to india. that's not called friendship. gurkhas are still exploited in the British army and relieved less pay and pension than their white counterparts
I had the pleasure of chatting with a Gurkha.
I told him about my Dad's service with REME.
He said, "oh. Ruin every machine eventually?" 😅
Ha ha, what a great response!
I hope that you enjoy the video.
@@TheHistoryChapMy love of military history stems from watching movies about Victorian battles.
Royal EME
Many thanks for this inspirational story. You too are also an inspiration for many of us!
My grandfather fought against the Otterman Turks alongside the Gurkhas during WWI. I still remember how much he respected the "silent" and deadly Gurkhas!
Thank you for taking the time to share your family story.
I forgot to mention in the video that’s the Gus also served at Gallipoli
Chris, I'm digging the Ghurka videos as much as the Zulu! I am always so glad to see a new video from you. I'm not even British but I dig it, man!
I’m glad you enjoyed it and it is up there with my Zulu videos.
Thanks for your support
Looking forward to this one, as my dad and grandad had alot of respect for the gurkhas.
They served with them during WWII
I hope you enjoy it.
@@TheHistoryChap brilliant chris. enjoyed it.
Great history, I had never heard the details before. Glad the gurkhas are on our side! Fearless fighters!
I think I would prefer them on my side rather than to be facing them!
It's an amazing story of mutual respect. Thank you for telling it.
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Thanks Chris. Loved this story and insight into the Gurkhas.
My pleasure! Thanks for watching
Excellent presentation History Chap! Thank you for posting. I thoroughly enjoyed this chapter. I was unaware of the war between the British Empire and the Gurkhas in 1814. As you stated, the Napaloeonic war was going on, which seemingly overshadowed this war in history. I learned of the Gurkhas when I became interested in WWII while growing up in the 70s. I have learned more about them over the years, mostly about their service in the Pacific Campaign against the Japanese. I'm pleased to see their history and their legacy getting the recognition they so richly deserve.
I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for watching and for also taking the time to post a comment
I've been eagerly awaiting this one and wasn't disappointed!
I've worked with Guhrkas a couple of times, really great and genuinely humble men.
Thanks Chris 👍
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for your support.
Now I will need to work on my General Gillespie talk for members.
@TheHistoryChap I'm eagerly awaiting that one now... my life is full of eagerness I thought I'd lost!
Another cracking story Chris that many won’t know. Fantastic
Glad you enjoyed it.
Hope to see you on the live call today at 1 pm
Another great story! Thanks Chris!
Glad you enjoyed it
Thank you very much
Its always great to hear stories from the other side.
Appreciate your efforts
Thanks for your comment. History is full of different perspectives (and normally a lot more than just two).
/Hi Chris. Loved the video. I have a great love and respect for the Gurkhas. I have heard many tales of their bravery and the respect everybody has for them. One snippet that I heard, a number of times, was that of when the Gurkhas were around, you better have your boot laces ties correctly, especially on guard duty. Great men and even great soldiers.
Howard, I’m glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for taking the time to post a comment
Fascinating tale, Chris, and told with your usual panache. I loved it.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another cracking video cheers.
Long may these lads wish to serve with us
I’m glad you liked it.
Thanks for watching
I've heard so much great stories about the British Gurkhas, what an amazing story ❤, thank you 🙏🇬🇧
Glad you enjoyed it!
Another great video! Hope everyone is well!
Glad you enjoyed it. All is well in Worcester and it’s even dry today!
These videos are fantastic. I so look forward to them.
I’m glad you’re enjoying them. If you haven’t already, please make sure you subscribe to my channel so you don’t miss future ones
Thanks, it was fascinating listening to the story of the Gurkhas.
Glad you enjoyed it
I am bedazzled by your skills. Your craftsmanship in weaving together your history stories is masterful. Well done.
Thank you for your very kind comment
MY GOD, was I certainly so happy to have THIS be your next video, Chris dear chap, cos while I've certainly known extremely full well about the legendary bravery and loyalty of the amazing Gurkhas of Nepal during their 200 years of service with us Brits, I've known absolutely NOTHING, zero, zilch, for all this long time about the very war which began that very adventure and service in the first place, being of course the Anglo-Nepalese War of 1814-16, the only time we fought each other. And WOW, I mean WOOOOOOWWWW, and I not only refer that to the facts I've now newly gained, again thanks to you- seriously, THANK YOU for doing the Dad's Army video that you did which allowed me to find you in the first place, I would NEVER have found and come to just LOVE your amazing channel so so much otherwise-, but also what you've revealed about the certainly almost incredible to believe facts about Robert Rollo Gillespie, who I TOTALLY say you have GOT to do a video about, I SO wanna know EVERYTHING about what happened to him in his military years before meeting his death against the Gurkhas, please PLEASE do HIM for sure, YES, sir.
And btw, I checked out your video from a year or so ago about the Anglo-Zanzibar War of 1896, the war which lasted literally just under three quarters of an hour, the other night, and once again I was just absolutely wowed by what I learned of it, 500 of the defiant enemy Sultan's men killed during those 38 minutes of war and just one of our naval men wounded but survived, and all because of stubbornness to not want to end the slave trade which was still going on in that region at the time. So that's another of your earlier videos finally seen by me, and the fact that that happened two years before the big event of the Spanish-American in Cuba would kick off...
Thank you for your very kind comment.
It's really nice to know that people are enjoying my stories as much as I enjoy researching and telling them.
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As someone who is an avid student of history, especially military history, you and the "History Guy-History that deserves to be remembered", are two of my favorite TH-cam channels. Both excellent story-tellers and very well researched stories!
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thank you another good video never hard of this story keep them coming
Thanks, will do!
A brilliant episode Chris, telling us of the Anglo-Nepalese conflict, of which I knew nothing at all, so thank you for it. I along with many others in this country, have a great love and deep respect for the Gurkha soldier. Not only for their prowess in war, but their deep loyalty to the British Crown. As I remember there were three battalions of Gurkhas until the loss of Hong Kong back to the Chinese in the 1990's and one battalion had been stationed there, but that battalion was disbanded afterwards. Such a pity, as far as I'm concerned we can have as many of these hardy warriors in the British Army as we can possibly accommodate. Given the demands the government put in our armed forces and the lack of really good recruits these days. The more Gurkhas we have the better!
Thank you so much for watching the video and for taking the time to comment. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Another outstanding video Chris!!! Well done!
My pleasure. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you! Great to hear from the other side. The story of the last battle you talked about is almost never mentioned in the Nepalese history books.
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Great video thanks Chris!
Glad you liked it!
Very interresting history, told in a compelling way. Love the pictures as well....
I’m glad that you enjoyed it. I appreciate your support.
Great post, looking forward to the follow ups.
Thank you very much
OK, Chris. You are now the only TH-cam channel I have joined. Keep up the good work.
Welcome on board. I really appreciate your support, thanks.
Thank you for shedding light to the bravery of our ancestors.
Thanks for watching my viideo.
My father served alongside them in Burma and told me that they were fiercely loyal, would never leave you and had a terrific sense of humour. We are very lucky to have them as allies.
Indeed. Thanks for sharing.
Great video, as always, Chris.
Thank you very much. Plenty more coming your way and don’t forget my live show today at 1 pm, UK time.
Wonderful presentation.
I have to this day a kukri presented to me in 1992 by the ex Gurkha troops working in mozambique with the mine clearing organization MINETECH.
I was a medic and provided medics for their operations from zimbanwe army medical corps and ex south african medical personell
Treasured item
Great story, thanks for sharing
A well-deserved memorial to a unique population👍👍👍
Many thanks.
I highly recommend the Gurkha museum in Winchester it's brilliant , just like this video!
The Victorian Military Society are having their AGM at the museum in May. I hope to attend.
Another great video thanks for telling the story about the Gurkhas
My pleasure. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Fascinating story thanks for sharing Chris
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it.
Thank you For sharing Our History..it was my Bed time story WW2 Burma . with my loving Grandfather My Hero Second Sixth Gurkha Rifle.Im so lucky and proud of him. I miss him..
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Great video. Always loved the Gurkha's. Best soldiers in the world. Cheers Ron
Ron, thanks for watching.
Have a great weekend
Brilliant story, thank you and stay well.
TH-cam, have a great weekend
I am just reading the comments.What a nice person are you Sir!! You do reply for each and every comment!
Thanks & thanks for watching my video
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You are welcome!
Great video I love your channel!
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Great Story Chris,
Cheers to the Brave Gurkhas
Glad you enjoyed it
Excellent story Chris 👍
Glad you enjoyed it
Comment for the algorithm Chris. Well done :)
thanks for watching.
Very well told story. I will definitely browse this channel for more history lessons 👍
Thanks for watching my video, & for your interesting comments
@TheHistoryChap My pleasure, Sir 👍
My grandfather, a Gunner in the Royal Field Artillery in Mesopotamia, served alongside the Gurkhas in the Great War. He told me that they were the best & meanest soldiers he'd ever encountered on either side.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your grandfather’s story about the Gurkhas.
Great video
Many thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it
Most Excellent ❤
Thank you
Absolutely bell metal lads.
Much respect
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This was a legendary video, if you could make one detailed video on Nepal tiebet war it would be great ❤
Glad you enjoyed it.
Top notch video
Thank you very much
Thanks for introducing our Gurkhas alot respect to you 🇳🇵
Thanks for watching my video, glad yhou enjoyued it.
During my 8 years of stay in United Kingdom as an international student from Nepal, I was always adored by the British People. It was indeed a great part of my life. Friends forever...
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Love the Gurkhas ❤️ Our loyal elite,natural warriors. so sad that it took a war to unite us ☹️ so happy Gurkhas now have the right to settle in Britain ( a right our government should have given them from the start ). Excellent video and channel 👍👍
Really appreciate your support, thank you
An outstanding lesson in history! If I had a teacher like you. I'd probably have been a history major. Odd, but I have a kukri between the seats in my CRV. Thanks!
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Chris not many people know about the history of the Gurkhas and how they become part of the british army a really interesting story I loved it keep up the good work. You want to tell the the story of the Fiji's our they become to serve in the british army as well
I’m glad you enjoyed the video and I like your idea about telling the story of the Fijians in the British Army too
I have the greatest respect for the Gurkhas. It’s great to hear about them
Thanks for watching
Excellent video 📹
A brilliant historical analysis.
Explains a lot.
A video 📹 on Occtolony.
Clever people like him made the British Empire.
Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for taking the time to comment
thank you for a short story about Borneo in the 60's. I think that the essence of these warriors was how they behaved in Japanese captivity. What a great collection of books in the background
I will tell the story of Borneo in a little bit more detail later this year.
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Hi Chris. Great video as usual! Could I request a topic for a video please? Awhile back you did a video on a hospital ship during The First World War(I think it was a sister ship of the Titanic) but in it you mentioned something about the lesser mentioned Macedonian front. I love learning about the lesser talked about subjects of that war so if it’s not too much trouble would you consider it? Thanks again for all your knowledge and hard work! Big fan from Ireland here 🙂
Hi David, the Salonika front is on my list for this year. Just want to get right balance between introduction to this theatre of war and going too deep.
@@TheHistoryChap Hi Chris, that’s great to hear, I look forward to it! Thank you for taking the time to reply!
Very interesting title!
Many thanks...as are your photos from Portsmouth.
Wonderful. My Grandfather was in the Inniskillen dragoons prior and during WW1 up until their disbandment. He served alongside the Gurkas in India, and I have a Kukri that was presented to him.
Family legend has it that the Gurkas amputate the first joint of their little finger, on the loss of a parent, and that the army was unsuccessful in banning the practice. Maybe you can enlightened me.?
Happy St George's day and thanks for posting.
Happy St. George’s Day!
Glad you enjoyed this video.
Unfortunately, I don’t know the answer to your question, but I hope someone else will be able to contribute
Thank you for your prompt reply.
An unrelated bit of information about my Grandfather, his officer was Captain Oates of Antarctic fame.
My Grandfather told my Father that Oates was hugely loved by his men and spoke ,unusually for the time, with a broad Yorkshire accent.My cousin has the order of service for Oates' memorial. My Grandfather was from Northumberland.
@@stephenrose1343that legend is not true. But it was traditional that a Gurkha had to draw blood everytime he drew his kukhri, even if a drop from his own finger.
@@stephenrose1343that legend is not true. But it was traditional that a Gurkha had to draw blood everytime he drew his kukhri, even if a drop from his own finger.
Excellent story Chris. That knife would convince me not to upset these guys.
I certainly wouldn’t want to be up against them
@@TheHistoryChap Indeed!
very honest narrative. most accurate ever made so far. thank you from nepal. .it would still be more accurate if you had mention the role of a traitor (a mercant from the plains) in helping Octorlony outflanking the Gorkha column. if octorlony had not got that that traitor history could be somewhat different.
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Enjoy to heard about Gurkhas , love to hear more about treaty of Sugauli.
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Great episode. My American army unit provided transportation for Gurkhas training with us. I was able to meet a couple of them and traded rations with one. American troops don't get bully beef which I happen to love.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your own experiences with the Gurkhas
Fascinating and hosted by a new Magnus Pike.
Not a bad role model😆
@@TheHistoryChap It is very funny but a little distracting. Many thanks for your kind reply.
Thanks for Gurkha history sir
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Lovely brave history teller
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So proud of these guys
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Would you consider doing a series on the Gurkhas? I’m thinking of individual acts by Gurkha’s in British service or units in that same service. I know I’ve seen a couple as sidebars over the years while reading about WWI and WWII, so there must be quite a few. I think them similar to Zulu’s for ferocity and bravery.
Hi Terry, thanks for that suggestion. There are probably people who are much better informed about the history of the Goka regiments then I am but I will add to my list.
Amazing people, had the pleasure of travelling through Nepal. Met the one of a kind Colonel Cross.
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When he says Gillespi was mortally wpunded shot at the heart by heroic Gurkhas, somewhat I feel elated and rooting for the underdog!
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It is interesting how both the Gurkhas and Sikhs became members of the British (or East India Company) army, who successfully aided in quelling the Indian mutiny. Another excellent delve into history.
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Gurkhas were probably the sole reason why 1857mutiny dint succeed, despite being coaxed multiple times in each battle by rebels for common cause as hindus......they remained loyal to their colours nd the bugle......loyality nd bravery is synonymous with gurkhas!!!! Thanks for this beautiful documentry.....may all good souls in the battles rest in peace ❤
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Nope, it was more Sikh, and Scindia's army who was more responsible, gurkhas were late. And local zamindrs too supported gurkhas
@@demigodpersia nope, scindias played tactical games, Sikhs dint revolt in 1857, nd given the past of how Sikhs wer treated it was very less probable dat Sikhs might revolt, though in prior battles they defeated east india company, but the gurkhas not revolting nd continuing to fight for oath nd duty, they acted as the fulcrum on whose load the result of favourable revolt slipped from hands nd efforts of mutineers! Jai kali, ayo Gorkhali!!!
Technically gurkha were offerd 6 time more wealth and they still stayed with british. Sikh maharani evej took refuge in nepal. As no indian kingdome had that will power to protect her. That being said even maratha leader nana shaib who rebeld against british and killed so many like he also fleed to nepal. Nepal was friends of british and those who rebeld with british took refuge in nepal . If anyone talked about rebelion in heart of nepali they were dealt with. Reason why some poluce stattion guardpost were even damaged and bombed by rebels. See nepal fuaght the british east india by it self. Nit jsyt that but many kindgome suported the british and no one came for nepal. So nepal did what it can to protect it self. It paid a price that british author have written most costliest campaign ever taken by by british in south asia. Finally even british giverner wrote to king of england without gurkha we lost india. You can say sikh i respect that. But it was gurkha who captured mughal leader to be after british would have been moved out of india it would have been mughal empire. Gurkha captured that mughal leader. Yes maratha and many rebeld and many of them fleed to nepal as british were everywhere.
@@pranavr9783 Gurkhas were offered 6 times the wealth? Well no record of it, but it strengthened the british ties with Ranas, they got land naya muluk on western tarai. Many princely states like patalia state, state of gwalior, many local zamindars, were much more responsible then gurkhas. Lucknow rebellion was already about to India then Gurkhas came very late and sacked the city.
Traumas de guerra já naquela época. Informação nova para mim.
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At the battle of Nalapani legendary commander Robert Rollo Gillespie had 3500+ soldiers with guns, mortars and multiple cannons against 600 Gurkhas ( including men, women and children) equipped with just 20 guns and kukhuri, spears etc. no modern weapons.
Still Gurkhas hold their ground for many weeks
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A great corp of men these Gurhkas . Tough as nails, full of piss , and vinegar and fiercely loyal. These men are the best to have on hand. Once again thank you for producing another brilliant video lecture on the subject. And yes ...I eagerly await your your next video lecture. Oh ..almost forgot to say"kudos."
Really pleased you enjoyed it. Next video will be Admiral Thomas Cochrane. Plus a special one on General Gillespie for my members.
Nalapani is just few kms away from my home. There is a Kalinga war Memorial on top of the hill.
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It's a fascinating tale of loyalty and reward. British would always look for martial races. After loss of American colonies, India was a base for recruitment and supplies. Britain had the ambition to build a large military force. It was a marriage of convenience. Due to financial benefit, every young man would like to join armed forces. Britain stopped recruiting from India and Pakistan once they achieved independence but continued recruitment from Nepal is an extraordinary thing. It reflects reliability and trustworthiness of Gurkha people. 26 VCs and countless other medals speak volumes about their bravery and fearless conduct in war.
If Britain had ruled on quarter of Earth's land, they knew how to take care of their loyalists.
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Oh yea? What happened to the Punjabi's?
@@thendino1 Could you please explain?
As a X British Soldier I would want a Gurkha by my side not in front of me hope they stay on our side in the future, it is a disgrace how our Government has treated them as regards to pay and pension etc.
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You forgot to mention that the 600 Gorkhas at Khalanga consisted of men, women and children.
But then a Gurkha woman is, in every way, as effective as a Gorkha man, and a Gorkha child over 10 or 12 years old is no more a child..
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& the winner is India. They got almost 1/3rd of Nepal for free.
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And British got Ur hole county 🤣🤣
Hi Chris, the name of the Gorkha general was Amar Singh Thapa, not Umar Sin. I do enjoy your content from Nepal.
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That thumbnail painting... with these shields, swords, and Tam O'Shanter-like berets, the Gurkhas looked some Indian people happened to have become great fans of the Scottish Highlanders.
Interesting point. Thanks for taking the time to share.
Have you ever thought about a story on Walter Savage Landor Dickens , 8 February 1841 - 31 December 1863) who was the fourth child and second son of English novelist Charles Dickens . He became an officer cadet in the East India Company's Presidency armies just before the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The rebellion resulted in the British Crown extending direct rule to India, and Dickens continued to serve in what was now becoming the British Indian Army until his death?
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There is Ochterlony monument in Calcutta till today which was dedicated to David Ochterlony and his soilders for winning the Anglo-Nepalese war.
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Around the 2000s, i read about the efforts of actress Joanna Lumley to force the British government to allow retired Gurkhas to live in Britain, to receive equal pension as British soldiers, instead of retiring to Nepal on half-pay or reduced pension. I believe her advocacy was successful. And her father was a former officer of the Gurkha regiment....
My story about the Gurkhas: I saw a Gurkha military band playing during the Sultan of Brunei's birthday in 2012. There were also some Gurkha soldiers milling around the ceremony. Unfortunately, as the audience was not permitted to get close, I was unable to chat or take photos with them...
You’re absolutely right about Joanna Lumley, a true national treasure. Thanks for taking the time to share your story too.
The British have left a Gurkha regiment in Brunei as a favour to the Sultan .he has oil obviously .lol😂
Forever greatful for our Indian warriors- Gurkhas, Sikhs, Jatts, Rajputs, Dogras, Afghans, Marratas. Many others
Thanks for watching my video
Don’t put Gurkhas as Indian warriors coz we ain’t.
Dont said gurkha is indian totaly gorkha community belong to the nepal
Thank you Chris for another interesting video my only disappointment is your description of the Army officer who deserted “run away” from his men then to be promoted as”bonkers” if a soldier had done the same he would have been shot
Yes I am an ex British soldier and my fathers father my grandfather who I never met died I’m a mental health hospital due to being “Shell shocked” or “ lack of fibre” as the leaders called it after the WW1
In my opinion it’s wrong for officers to be treated differently to the soldiers in theses situations
However we all have different opinions
I look forward to watching another video
Thank you
Glad you enjoyed my video. Thanks.