Peter Duffell
Gurkha Odyssey: Campaigning for the Crown
Gurkha Odyssey: Campaigning for the Crown
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The book "Gurkhas: The Forgotten Warriors" is a captivating journey through Gurkha history, written with grace and style. It highlights the recruitment of Gurkha soldiers by the British Army and their contributions to various campaigns, including the North-West Frontier, World Wars, and the Falkland Islands and Afghanistans Helmand Province. General Duffell, who has commanded Gurkha soldiers at all levels, shares his personal experiences and insights into the history, character, and spirit of these loyal and dedicated soldiers.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 03 October 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
“A captivating journey through Gurkha history, penned with elegance and style, it is indeed a wonderful read.
In 1814, the Bengal Army of the Honorable East India Company engaged in a war against a marauding Nepal. During this conflict, the British encountered the indomitable Gurkha hillman from their mountainous independent land. Impressed by their remarkable fighting skills, the Company began recruiting Gurkhas into their ranks. Since then, these light-hearted and gallant soldiers have served alongside the British Army in various campaigns, including the North-West Frontier of India, two World Wars, the Falkland Islands, and Afghanistans Helmand Province. With over one hundred battle honors to their name and countless casualties, the Gurkhas have proven to be loyal and dedicated soldiers.
General Duffell, through the lens of his own Regiment and service, offers a vivid account of the history, character, and spirit of these loyal Gurkhas. He has commanded Gurkha soldiers at various levels, from Subaltern to General, and has faced both operational and peacetime challenges. His service includes command of his Regiment, a Gurkha Brigade, as Major General of the Gurkha Brigade, and as Colonel of his Regiment. General Duffell possesses a deep understanding of Nepal and its language, having extensively toured the historic battlefields of his Regiment in India and France.
This book is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, Gurkha culture, or the remarkable stories of individual soldiers who have made a significant impact on the course of history.”
Weight: 450g
Dimension: 156 x 234 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399021920
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