Fuel for history buffs: discover the diverse warrior traditions of India's native regiments in this vivid compilation.
This book surveys the native army of India, highlighting Sikhs, Pathans, Punjabi Mussalmans, and Gurkhas as historic sources of valour and skill. It explains how these groups have shaped military culture, contributed to battles abroad, and earned a place in British-led campaigns through a long record of courage and loyalty.
What you’ll experience
- Profiles of major fighting groups and the traits that define their martial traditions.
- A sense of the historical context through key campaigns and the role of Indian troops in wars abroad.
- Colorful anecdotes about soldiers, weapons, and the cultures that shaped them.
- An accessible introduction to how regiments were organized and valued in their time.
Ideal for readers of military history, colonial-era conflicts, and portraits of soldiers who shaped the Indian Army’s legacy.