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Battle of Saragarhi. The Battle of Saragarhi was a last-stand battle fought before the Tirah Campaign between the British Indian Empire and Afghan tribesmen. [8] On 12 September 1897, an estimated 12,000 – 24,000 Orakzai and Afridi tribesmen were seen near Gogra, at Samana Suk, and around Saragarhi, cutting off Fort Gulistan from Fort Lockhart.
- 12 September 1897
- Afghan victory [1][2]
Aug 19, 2019 · The battle of Saragarhi: when 21 Sikh soldiers stood against 10,000 men. Captain Jay Singh-Sohal explores the events of 12 September 1897 at the battle of Saragarhi – which saw a British outpost surrounded by 10,000 Afghan tribesmen – and shares the remarkable story of a valiant last stand that would reverberate around the British empire ...
- Elinor Evans
Saragarhi is the incredible story of 21 men of the 36th Sikh Regiment (currently the 4th Sikh Regiment) who gave up their lives in devotion to their duty. This battle, like many others fought by the Sikhs, highlights the heroic action by a small detachment of Sikh soldiers against heavy odds.
Feb 21, 2019 · The epic Battle of Saragarhi was fought between 21 soldiers from the 36th Sikh Regiment of the British Indian Army and over 10,000 Pashtun tribesmen. The battle took place nearly two decades after the Second Anglo-Afghan War.
- Condé Nast Traveller
Nov 29, 2022 · Battle of Saragarhi: 21 Sikhs vs. 10,000 Afghan Rebels. Between two British forts on the Samana Range stood a signaling outpost. It was operated by a small crew and became the target of a powerful Afghan rebel attack. Refusing to surrender, the 21 Sikhs manning the outpost fought to keep the tribesmen at bay. Their efforts during the Battle of ...
Sep 12, 2021 · The Indian Express explains. What is the Battle of Saragarhi? The Battle of Saragarhi is considered one of the finest last stands in the military history of the world. Twenty-one soldiers were pitted against over 8,000 Afridi and Orakzai tribals but they managed to hold the fort for seven hours.
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Jan 30, 2018 · The memorial pays homage to the unparalleled bravery of the 21 Sikh soldiers who fought against 10,000 Pashtun tribesmen on September 12, 1897, in what came to be known as the Battle of Saragarhi. Despite facing such overwhelming numbers, the warriors (part of the 36th Sikh Regiment of the Bengal Infantry) valiantly defended the Saragarhi outpost in the rugged hills of the North-West Frontier Province.
