Gurkha - Wikipedia
WEBThe Gurkhas or Gorkhas (/ ˈ ɡ ɜːr k ə, ˈ ɡ ʊər-/), with the endonym Gorkhali (Nepali: गोर्खाली ), are soldiers native to the Indian subcontinent, chiefly residing within Nepal and some parts of North India.
Why Gurkhas Are the Fiercest Fighters on the Planet - Popular Mechanics
WEBSep 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 come...
Who are the Gurkhas? - BBC News
WEBJul 27, 2010 · Gurkhas have been fighting as part of the British Army for almost 200 years, but who are these fearsome Nepalese fighters?
Brigade of Gurkhas - Wikipedia
WEBBrigade of Gurkhas is the collective name which refers to all the units in the British Army that are composed of Nepalese Gurkha soldiers. [3] The brigade draws its heritage from Gurkha units that originally served in the British Indian Army prior to Indian independence, and prior to that served for the East India Company . [ 4 ]
Why Gurkhas Are Considered The Toughest Soldiers In The World
WEBJan 23, 2023 · Why Gurkhas are so fearsome in combat. The Gurkha's proved their loyalty to the British in 1857, per the Gurkha Security Services. By siding with them and earning a decisive victory in Britain's conflict with India, Britain maintained control of India as part of the British Empire.
Brigade of Gurkhas - The British Army
WEBThe Brigade of Gurkhas is a unique organisation in the British Army with a reputation of being amongst the finest and most feared soldiers in the world. There are currently over 4000 Gurkhas employed in the Brigade of Gurkhas across many trades.
Gurkha History | The British Army
WEBGurkhas have served the British Crown for over 200 years. It is a rich heritage marked by excellence and sacrifice. The history of the Brigade from its inception during the early wars between the Honorable East India Company and city-state of Gorkha, through the early Afghan wars, the two World Wars, the almost continuous post-war conflicts to ...
The Gurkhas - National Army Museum
WEBNepalese soldiers known as Gurkhas have fought for Britain since 1815. Here we explore their history and find out why they have long been regarded among the finest and fiercest soldiers.
Gurkha | Meaning, Knife, Soldiers, & Army | Britannica
WEBGurkha, 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.
Who are they | The Gurkha Welfare Trust | About the Gurkhas
WEBThe 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. To this day, they remain renowned for their loyalty, professionalism and bravery.