Discover the story of HOMMUS, a Spaniard who joined the Khalsa Darbar in 1842, worked in gunpowder, and his untimely death in Lahore. Learn more.
Explore the life of MAHER JOHN, a unique Eurasian musician and drum-major in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, highlighting European adventurers in India.
Explore the intriguing journey of RATTRAY, an English soldier who switched allegiance from the Sikh army to Dost Muhammad Khan in 1836. Discover his transformation in Kabul.
Explore Joseph Wolff's 1832 travels in the Punjab, marked by rich encounters and Sikh hospitality despite religious differences. Discover more!
Discover the story of Asman Khan, Pathan who clashed with Guru Hargobind over a robe of honor and more, leading to a pivotal 1635 battle at Kartarpur.
Explore Dara Shukoh's blend of Sufi and Upanisadic thought, military ranks, and the power struggles of Mughal India. Dive into his literary works and philosophy.
Husain Khan marched with a large army in 1696, aiming to avenge a defeat. Discover his role in the battle and the fierce outcome in this historical account.
Explore Khushal Chand's unique blend of poetry and history during the Mughal era, as he followed Guru Nanak and chronicled royal successions and Sikh bravery.
Discover the valor and significance of Painda Khan, an Afghan warrior trained by Guru Hargobind. Explore his life, battles, and legacy in Sikh history.
Discover Shah Zaman's bold attempts to expand Afghan influence in India during the late 1700s, facing challenges from Sikh leaders like Ranjit Singh.
AJAIB SINGH (d. 1705), one of the martyrs of Chamkaur, was the son of Bhai Mani Ram, a Rajput Sikh of the time of Guru Tegh Bahadur and Guru Gobind Singh. Mani Ram had presented five of his sons including Ajaib Singh to Guru Gobind Singh at Anandpur where they took amrit or baptism of the double edged sword on the historic day of the birth of the Khalsa on 30th March 1699. Ajaib Singh thereafter remained in attendance upon the Guru. He fell fighting at Chamkaur on 7 December 1705.
Discover the legacy of Arjan Singh Nalva, a minor jagirdar in Sikh history who stood against the British in 1848. Explore his vibrant past and impact.
