Third Battalion The Rajputana Rifles - Gods Own, Volume 2 1921-2018

The 3rd Battalion The Rajputana Rifles, known as "Gods Own," has a history from 1921 to 2018, including participation in World War I, Indianization, and counter-insurgency operations. The Battalion played a significant role in the Burma Campaign and won several honors. The leadership's role is crucial in determining the battalion's performance, and the Indian society's changes will impact its members. Efforts have been made to present the facts without bias or attachment.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 672 pages
Publication date: 30 November 2020
Publisher: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers

The history of the 3rd Battalion The Rajputana Rifles, known as "Gods Own" for the period 1921 to 2018, is covered in Volume 2. At the beginning of World War 1, the British Empire was at its peak. The First World War ended on November 11, 1918, with the Government of India on the verge of becoming a regional power. To some in London, it seemed as if New Delhi would soon even become the eastern capital of the Empire. In 1921, the Indian Army underwent a reorganization, and Infantry Regiments were grouped. Battalions were now formed into Regimental Groups. The 3rd Battalion The Rajputana Rifles was converted to a Rifle Regiment in 1921. Indianization of the Army was on the agenda, but there was strong resistance from within the British Officer Corps to accept Indian Commissioned Officers. Recruiting problems were especially complex in colonial India, where the fissures and fluidities of caste added to the great diversity of language and religion amongst the local population. The English created the myth of martial classes.

The interwar period saw the Battalion serving in the North West, carrying out the "scorched earth policy" by taking punitive expeditions to quell the tribal and keep them under some order, both in the North West Frontier Province and Burma. The Battalion assisted in raising the first Battalion of Crown Representative Police. During the Burma Campaign, the Battalion was cited and had the honor of winning the Battle Honour "Kyaukmyaung Bridgehead, Irrawaddy River". The Battalion was given the honor to lead the march into Mandalay. Post-Independence, the Battalion had the unique honor of winning the National Defence Academy Sports trophy three times in succession. It was also the first battalion to win the Regimental Reunion Banner three times in succession. The Battalion had a rich and storied history, with many notable achievements and honors. It had served in various conflicts and operations throughout its existence, and its soldiers had demonstrated bravery and dedication in the face of adversity. The Battalion had a strong sense of camaraderie and pride, and its members were known for their loyalty and commitment to their unit. In conclusion, the 3rd Battalion The Rajputana Rifles, known as "Gods Own" for the period 1921 to 2018, has a rich and fascinating history. It has played a significant role in the history of the Indian Army and has contributed to the nation's defense and security. The Battalion's soldiers have demonstrated bravery, dedication, and loyalty, and their contributions have been recognized with numerous awards and honors. The Battalion's legacy will continue to inspire future generations of soldiers and serve as a testament to the enduring spirit of the Indian Army.

Weight: 1010g
Dimension: 164 x 239 x 61 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788194465928