DOTTENWEISS or DOTTERWICH, a short statured, stoutly built German who, in 1835, joined the army of Maharaja Ranjit Singh as a military tactician. He was found unequal to the appointment and was dismissed from the service soon afterwards.
FARRIS (d. 1842), a Frenchman, who joined the Sikh army in 1841 and was employed in the gunpowder factory. He died at Lahore within one year of his appointment.
Discover William Leigh's epic journey from Irish soldier to a Muslim cartographer in 1800s India, serving Maharaja Ranjit Singh with skills and intrigue.
Explore the impactful life of Bhai Seva Singh, a revered Punjabi journalist, author, and editor known for his influential works and dedication to Sikh teachings.
