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Britain S Brigade Of Gurkhas

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Author : E. D. Smith
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 1983-01-24

Britain S Brigade Of Gurkhas written by E. D. Smith and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983-01-24 with History categories.

Four regiments of Nepalese mountaineers remained with the British Army after Indian independence. They have seen a great deal of tough campaigning, particularly in Southeast Asia. This new edition updated to include Gurkha participation in the Falklands.

Britain S Brigade Of Gurkhas

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Author : Eric David Smith
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1973

Britain S Brigade Of Gurkhas written by Eric David Smith and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1973 with categories.

In 1814 the British Army fought a war against one of the toughest enemies it has ever encountered: the Gurkhas. Since that year, the Gurkhas have been "on our side" in every war fought by Great Britain, not least in the recent Falklands conflict. This story of the four Gurka regiments, now known as Britain's Brigade of Gurkhas, is one of gallantry in battle, of unswerving loyalty and great fortitude.

British Brigade Of Gurkhas

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language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1984

British Brigade Of Gurkhas written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1984 with categories.

Introduktion til bogen ved Brian Horrocks. - Udkom første gang i 1973.

Valour

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Author : E D Smith
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2016-10-21

Valour written by E D Smith and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-10-21 with History categories.

Since the short and bloody war between Nepal and Britain in 1814-15, Gurkha volunteers, ever mindful of the their motto, 'It is better to die than be a coward', have fought and died for Britain, including in recent years in the Falklands, Afghanistan and Iraq. In the Second World War an astonishing quarter of a million Gurkhas fought aginst Germany and Japan. They have been awarded thirteen Victoria Crosses. Includes detailed appendices include all regimental changes and battle honours.

Ayo Gorkhali

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Author : Tim I Gurung
language : en
Publisher: Penguin Random House India Private Limited
Release Date : 2023-03-13

Ayo Gorkhali written by Tim I Gurung and has been published by Penguin Random House India Private Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-03-13 with History categories.

Nepal, 1767. The tiny kingdom of Gorkha is on the ascendant under its ruler Prithvi Narayan Shah. Over the next few decades, his Gorkhali army establishes a mighty kingdom, the borders of which extend from Kangra in the west to the Teesta river in the east. The territory encompasses a large part of present-day Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and almost all of present-day Nepal and Sikkim. When they are eventually reined in by the mighty British army in 1815, it sparks off a new engagement between the imperial power and Nepal. Impressed by the fighting abilities on display, the British army begins recruiting them. The Gurkhas (the prevalent spelling today) go on to serve with distinction in many theatres of war over the next hundred-odd years, their exploits in World War I and II earning them a number of bravery medals. With Indian independence in 1947 comes further change: the Gurkhas are now split across three armies: the British, Indian and the Nepalese. Ayo Gorkhali by Tim I. Gurung, a former British Gurkha, is the first work of history by a member of the community and brings alive the story of a people who have served flags other than their own with honour, even as they have attempted to keep their native warrior traditions alive in letter and spirit. The history of the Gurkha serviceman is one that goes beyond soldiering and bravery-it is in equal measure a story of the resilient human spirit, and of a tiny community that carved for itself a niche in world history.

The British Army The Gurkhas And Cold War Strategy In The Far East 1947 1954

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Author : Raffi Gregorian
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2002-05-10

The British Army The Gurkhas And Cold War Strategy In The Far East 1947 1954 written by Raffi Gregorian and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-05-10 with History categories.

This book argues that postwar Britain's 'imperial over-extension' has been exaggerated. Britain developed and adjusted its defence strategy based upon the perceived Communist threat and available resources. It was especially successful at adapting to meet the strategic and resource challenges from the Far East from 1947-54. There British and Gurkha forces were deployed only in contingencies that threatened vital British interests, while the U.S. and Commonwealth allies were persuaded to accept key wartime missions, thus preserving Britain's ability to fight in Western Europe.

Jai Sixth

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Author : James Lunt
language : en
Publisher: Pen and Sword
Release Date : 1994-07-14

Jai Sixth written by James Lunt and has been published by Pen and Sword this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994-07-14 with History categories.

This is the story of the 6th Queen Elizabeth's Own Gurkha Rifles from the Regiment raising in 1817 as the Cuttack Legion in the service of the Honourable East India Company until it's amalgamation with the 2nd King Edward VII's Gurkha Rifles ( The Sirmoor Rifles) to form the First Battalion of The Royal Gurkha Rifles in 1994. In the course of its 177 years' existence the Regiment has had many changes of title, acquiring its present one in 1959 when it became 'Queen Elizabeth’s Own'. In the days of the empire when men of many different races and religions served under the British Crown it was probably the Gurkha soldier who most captured the imagination of the British people, partially on account of his outstanding courage in battle, and partially because of his loyalty and sheer good humour. Prior to Independence in 1947 the former Indian Army contained ten regiments of Gurkha Rifles, each of two battalions. In 1948 four of these, of which the 6th Gurkha's was one, were transferred to the British Army. The others remained in the Indian Army. During the First World War the 6th greatly distinguished themselves at Gallipoli, and later Mesopotamia, Egypt, Persia, Salonika and Afghanistan. In the Second World War the Regiment fought in all the main theatres except North-West Europe, particularly in Burma where the Third Battalion was awarded two Vcs in one battle when serving with Wingate's Chindits. After the war the Regiment played a prominent part in Malaya during the Emergency, and later in Borneo during the confrontation with Indonesia. As will be evident to the reader of this book, wherever they served the 6th lived up to the Gurkha philosophy that is is 'Better to doe then live a coward”. The book also bears out the assertion that Field Marshal Viscount Slim, himself an officer of the 6th, that the Gurkha is 'the ideal infantryman'. Although it is sad that, owing to the reduction in strength of the British Army the 6th Gurkhas are being required to amalgamate with the equally distinguished 2nd Gurkhas, it is at least comforting that there will be Gurkhas serving in the Crown, as there have been since 1815. Long may they continue to do so, but no longer will the stirring cry 'Jai Sixth!” (Go Sixth) be heard on the battlefield or sports ground. Royalties from sales of this book have been donated by the author to the 6th Gurkha's Benevolent Fund.

A Gurkha S Story

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Author : Johnny Gurkha
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2013

A Gurkha S Story written by Johnny Gurkha and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013 with Gurkha soldiers categories.

This is the first ever autobiography of a Gurkha soldier. The author was also the first Gurkha to win acceptance into the elite ranks of the SAS. Within these pages is a thrilling and inspiring story, which will be relished and enjoyed by military and non-military enthusiasts alike. Detailed and fascinating descriptions of early life and culture in Nepal, of the incredibly tough selection for both the Gurkhas and the SAS and dramatic, nail-biting deployments in Bosnia, Kosovo and Afghanistan experiencing danger, and death at close hand, and where the author served directly alongside Prince Harry, combine with 24 stunning original photographs to create this very handsome and collectible landmark hardback volume. In the depictions of Nepalese family life and customs, of the author's cherished dream of honouring his father's name and military prowess in World War Two, the rivalries and bonds of friendship and camaraderie among fellow soldiers, as well as some of the experiences of Gurkhas coming to Britain for the first time, the story is a personal and often moving one, told with honesty, sensitivity and good humour.As well as being a remarkable true-life adventure and a unique military memoir this is a multi-layered book, revealing among other things some of the conflicts and hidden tensions at work within the British Army and the Brigade of Gurkhas, including the veiled influence of the caste system. 'A Gurkha's Story' makes for truly inspiring reading, showing how with belief and determination, loyalty, hard work and courage the most difficult of challenges can be overcome, the most impossible seeming dreams realised. The author pays tribute to the opportunities given him by the British Army, offers gratitude to the people of Britain for their support for all of the Gurkhas in past and recent times, and expresses the hope that the special relationship forged over some 200 years between Britain and the people of Nepal will continue to flourish in peace as it has done in war. Most importantly of all, this book is dedicated to the author's friends and comrades, Nepalese and British, who gave their lives while serving in Afghanistan.

Johnny Gurkha

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Author : E. D. Smith
language : en
Publisher: Leo Cooper Books
Release Date : 1985

Johnny Gurkha written by E. D. Smith and has been published by Leo Cooper Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1985 with History categories.

Gurkha Warriors

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Author : Bob Crew
language : en
Publisher: Metro Publishing, Limited
Release Date : 2003

Gurkha Warriors written by Bob Crew and has been published by Metro Publishing, Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with History categories.

Throughout our recent and not-so-recent history, the understated, fearless and hearty Gurkhas have served the British loyally and without complaint. For more than a hundred years, this bloodthirsty regiment has followed the British Army around the globe - from Gallipoli to the jungles of Burma in World War II, from Palestine to the Falklands and the Gulf War. This text tells the story of this regiment. It tells of the Gurkha blood running through the veins of British military conquests for more than two centuries, from the founding of the brigade by the terrifying, extraordinary Johnny Gurkha through to the amazing feats that put Gurkhas in the same distinguished company as the British Paras, the Commandos, the Guards and the Black Watch.