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Sep 17, 2015 · Known as some of the most skilled and fierce warriors in the world, the Gurkhas have impressed (and terrified) everyone around them. Here are some of the bravest soldiers and stories to ever...
The name may be traced to the medieval Hindu warrior-saint Guru Gorakhnath who has a historic shrine in Gorkha District. The word itself derived from Go-Raksha (Nepali: गोरक्षा i.e., 'Protector (रक्षा) of cows (गो')), raksha becoming rakha (रखा). Rakhawala means 'protector' and is derived from raksha as well.
Nov 10, 2023 · Gurkha Warrior: Directed by Milan Chams. With Ritesh Chams, Vijay Lama, Nutan. Troops trapped behind enemy lines must be rescued by their comrades during the British 'Malayan Emergency'.
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Jul 27, 2010 · "Better to die than be a coward" is the motto of the world-famous Nepalese Gurkha soldiers who are an integral part of the British Army. They still carry into battle their traditional weapon - an...
Aug 16, 2023 · Gurkha Warrior, directed by award–winning Milan Chams, is set during the Malaya Emergency, when British troops were deployed to combat a Communist insurgency against colonial rule. The film is based on a true story from memories passed down through the families of survivors involved in the original mission, corroborated by historian and ...
Jun 30, 2024 · Gurkha, soldier from Nepal serving in either the British or Indian army. 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.
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Mar 21, 2019 · Learn about the history and legacy of the Gurkhas, a Nepalese hill tribe that has served in the British and Indian armies for over 200 years. Discover how they became known for their courage, stamina, and loyalty in various wars and conflicts.
