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Explore the life of Kirpa Ram, a pivotal Sikh statesman and soldier, known for his leadership and historical influence during the 19th century.

Discover Mangal Singh's pivotal role in managing Prince Kharak Singh's estates, his rise to Sardar, and legacy within Sikh history.

Explore Nanak Chand's legacy, from serving Dal Singh of Akalgarh to managing revenues of Multan and Kashmir; a pivotal figure in the Sikh era.

Learn about ROSSAIX, a French engineer who served in Napoleon's army before revolutionizing Punjab's infrastructure in 1843. Discover his legacy.

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

Explore the heroic life of Tharaj Singh, a Khalsa warrior who defended Amritsar and fought in the Battle of Sirhind, leaving a legacy of bravery.

Explore the legacy of Sardar Sir Arur Singh, manager of Sikh shrines, and his tumultuous role during the reform movement in early 20th century India.

Discover the intriguing tale of Chandu Shah, the wealthy banker whose arrogance led to a deadly conflict with Guru Arjan, shaping Sikh history.

CHUHAR SINGH, owning allegiance to the Shahid misi, was a close relation of the Bhangi sardar, Rai Singh, the conqueror of Jagadhri and Dialgarh. He received the Jarauli area as his share of the spoils after the sack of Sirhind in January 1764. He retained ten villages for himself and made over the rest to his deputies. Returning to Amritsar, he held charge of the Shahid Buriga for many years.

Explore the historical role of Daroga, a key Sikh governance figure, ensuring law, justice, and the core value of seva in the medieval period.

FOULKES, R. (d. 1841), an Englishman, who joined Maharaja Ranjit Sihgh`s cavalry in February 1836. He remained attached to General Ventura as aide-de-camp, and accompanied him on his expedition to Mandi in 1840. On file conclusion of the campaign, he was left in charge of the Sikh troops stationed at Mandi. However, his troops mutineed in March 1841, and assassinated him.

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.