Discover the legacy of Lal Singh Moranvala, a key figure in Sikh military history, known for his roles in major battles and leadership during the 1840s.
Discover Littler's role as a garrison commander at Firozpur during the First Anglo-Sikh War. Learn about his strategic maneuvers and military career.
Explore the impactful military career of Mahitab Singh Majithia, a key General in the Sikh army and pivotal figure in historical campaigns.
NIDHAN SINGH PANJHATTHA (d. 1839), soldier, minor commander and jdgirddr under Maharaja Ranjit Singh. He acquired the epithet Parijhattha, the "five handed," for his gallantry in the battle of Ten hill (1823). He singlehanded made five Pathans prisoners and captured their weapons. This act of valour earned him the title of Panjhatthd. In every battle, Nidhan Singh was among the first to advance and the last to retreat, and his body was covered all over with the marks of his courage. His great grand father, Dulcha Singh, had been in the service of Raja Ranjit Deo of Jammu, and his grandfather, Ram Dat Singh, is said to have served the Sukkarchakkia family under Mahari Singh.
Explore the tumultuous interactions between the Sikhs and Nawab of Oudh amid alliances, raids, and British influence in this historical narrative.
Explore the legacy of Surat Singh Majithia, a Sikh commander who played a pivotal role in the Anglo-Sikh wars and was honored with the title of Raja.
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