The Gurkhas – Fiercest Soldiers in Modern History – DOCUMENTARY
Kings and Generals animated historical documentary series on the armies and tactics now covers the Gurkhas, an invincible group of Hindu warriors from Nepal considered to be the most invincible soldiers of the modern era. We will talk about the origins of the Gurkhas, how they fought against the British East India Company. We will tell stories of insane Gurkha heroism, and discuss their massive impact on conflicts like World War 1, World War 2, and the Afghanistan War.
00:00 Intro
02:20 Who are the Gurkhas? Gurkha training
04:56 Examples of Gurkha Heroism
07:44 Origins of the Gurkha – The Unification of Nepal
09:59 The Anglo-Nepalese War of 1814-1816
13:01 The Treaty of Sugauli – The Gurkhas Join the British Army
15:16 History of Gurkha Military Service
17:55 Legacy of the Gurkhas
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