- Gurkha - Wikipedia
Gurkhas are closely associated with the khukuri, a forward-curving knife, and have a reputation for fearless military prowess Former Indian Army Chief of Staff Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw once stated that: "If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or he is a Gurkha "
- Why Gurkhas Are the Fiercest Fighters on the Planet
These warriors can take down tanks and fight battalions independently and on foot In 1815, the British Army tried to conquer Nepal, but it was easily defeated by Nepal’s warriors: the Gurkhas
- Gurkha | Meaning, Knife, Soldiers, Army | Britannica
The term Gurkha refers to the region around the town of Gurkha, whose Shah dynasty (1559–2008) consolidated the modern state of Nepal through military conquest in the late 18th century The dynasty continued to rule Nepal until the monarchy was abolished in 2008
- Who are Gurkhas? The complete history of Gurkhas Gorkhas - KHHI
The Gurkhas represent nearly all the ethnic groups of Nepal even though Magars, Rais, Gurungs and Tamangs form a majority within the ranks Gurkhas are famous for their courage, loyalty, neutrality and impartiality
- Who Are the Gurkhas? - everestforge. com
For more than two centuries, the Gurkhas have been revered around the world as fearless warriors, loyal soldiers, and proud sons of the Himalayas Hailing primarily from Nepal, these men have served in the British Army, Indian Army, and UN peacekeeping missions with unmatched bravery and honor
- Who are they | The Gurkha Welfare Trust | About the Gurkhas
The Gurkhas are soldiers from Nepal who are recruited into the British Army, and have been for the last 200 years Gurkhas are known to be as fearless in combat as they are good natured in daily life
- The Gurkhas - National Army Museum
Nepalese troops known as Gurkhas have fought for Britain since 1815 Here, we explore their history and find out why they have long been regarded as some of the finest and fiercest soldiers
- Gurkha Characteristics, and Who are the Gurkhas?
All UK [and Indian Army] Gurkhas are of Nepal origin and Nepali nationality Gurkhas to be Gurkhas however are NOT simply British Army soldiers officers who are Nepali
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