The Redcoat History Podcast

Gurkhas: How this elite unit came of age during the siege of Delhi (1857 - Indian Mutiny)

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The Gurkha’s - one of the most famous regiments in the British army. These tough men from Nepal have fought across the globe for Britain. 

But how did they end up fighting for the British and when did they emerge as an elite unit? That’s the story we are telling today.

I am joined by the wonderful Josh Provan who can be found on Twitter

as @LandOfHistory
 
Please also join my mailing list here. When you do so you will receive a free copy of my book all about the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879.
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