artillery

battle of haidru

Discover Ghaus Khan's expertise in artillery and his pivotal role in early 19th-century Sikh campaigns, earning recognition and jagirs under Maharaja Ranjit Singh.

maharaja ranjit singh in darbar

Delve into the illuminated manuscript of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army accounts, exploring military administration, pay scales, and structure of the Sikh army.

sikh army man ilahi baksh

Discover Ilahi Bakhsh's pivotal role in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's military campaigns, especially during the conquest of Multan and the Ropar meeting.

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Discover the legacy of Imam Shah, a Persian colonel in Ranjit Singh's army who played a crucial role in the Sikh artillery during the Anglo-Sikh war.

khalsa darbar records

Discover the fascinating history of the Sikh administration in Punjab through official Khalsa Darbar Records from 1811-1849, now meticulously cataloged.

ranjit singh topkhana

Explore the legacy of Mazhar Ali, the skilled artillery officer of Maharaja Ranjit Singh, highlighting his expertise and loyalty in Sikh times.

alexander gardner

Explore Alexander Gardner's thrilling adventures in the Punjab and beyond. Discover his life as a European adventurer in the Sikh army, vividly recounted.

sultan mohammad khan

Discover the intriguing life of Sultan Mahmud Khan, a key artillery commander during Maharaja Ranjit Singh's regime, his rise, fall, and legacy.

william sampson whish

Discover the impactful legacy of Sir William Sampson Whish, the divisional commander who led British forces in the Second Anglo-Sikh War.

Explore the strategic brilliance of Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, a blend of innovation and tradition that forged a vast kingdom amid adversity.

BROWN, JOHN, alias RICHARD POTTER, an Englishman, who, deserting the East Indian Company`s service in the Bengal artillery, came to Lahore and joined the Sikh artillery in 1826. He was later promoted colonel and placed in charge of the artillery depot at Lahore. During the first Anglo Sikh war, he acted as a British spy. Just before the battle of `Aliwal, he went to Ludhiana and offered his services to his countrymen.

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Uncover the story of Francis John Canora, an Irishman in 19th century Lahore who rose to Colonel in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army. Discover his intrigue and downfall.

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Explore the deeper meaning of Aarti in Hinduism and Sikhism, where true worship goes beyond rituals and embraces the beauty of nature and truth.

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Explore the profound concept of Aatma and its connection to Paramaatma, God, and the transcendental self in Sikh and Hindu philosophies.

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Explore the distinctive and largely unknown Sikh architectural style, with its rich history in gurdwaras, forts, and palaces, by S.S. Bhatti.

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Discover the captivating history and architecture of Samman Burj, the octagonal Mughal marvel in Lahore Fort, known for its royal and administrative legacy.

The Sikh Encyclopedia

This website based on Encyclopedia of Sikhism by Punjabi University , Patiala by Professor Harbans Singh.