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Discover the rich history of the Sikhs in 'Twarikh Guru Khalsa,' chronicling their journey from origins to the British conquest. A must-read by Giani Gian Singh.

Discover the historic Anglo-Sikh Treaties of 1846 where Maharaja Duleep Singh ceded territories to the British after the first Anglo-Sikh war.

Explore Gurmat Sangit, the sacred Sikh music blending Indian ragas and divine verse, creating a profound communion with God through classical tradition.

Explore the significance of Mundavani, a vital hymn in Sikh scripture by Guru Arjan, likened to a seal symbolizing truth, contentment, and divine wisdom.

Discover the heroic legacy of Ude Singh, a Khalsa warrior who valiantly fought for Guru Gobind Singh in the historic battles of Anandpur.

Discover the essence of Ardaas, a Sikh prayer, focusing on love, spirituality, and universal welfare. Learn its significance beyond material gain.

Explore 'Guru Kian Sakhian,' an 18th-century manuscript uncovering stories of Sikh Gurus, from Guru Hargobind to Guru Gobind Singh, with historical insights.

Discover Nanak Prakash, the Bengali biography by Bhai Mahendranath Bose, portraying Guru Nanak's life and teachings with harmony at its core.

Explore 'Umdat Ut-Tawaikh', Sohan Lal Suri’s Persian chronicle of Ranjit Singh's reign. Discover Sikh history from Guru Nanak to the British annexation.

Explore the legacy of Colonel Badri Nath, who rose from a soldier to a leader in Maharaja Ranjit Singh's army, defending frontiers in historic Sikh campaigns.

Discover Harijas Granth by Bhai Darbari, a unique verse collection blending Sikh and Hindu tenets in rdgas. Learn about this rare manuscript and its heritage.

OMS (d. 1828), a Spaniard, also known as Amise, Musa Sahib, Urns and Hommus, served in Maharaja Ranjit Singh`s army. As a young man, he had enlisted in Napoleon`s artillery. After France`s defeat in 1815, he set out on his travels and reached Persia where he obtained employment declaring himself to be a Frenchman. He left Persia in 1824, reaching Lahore in 1826. He took up service under Maharaja Ranjit Sihgh on a salary of Rs 1,200 per month and was given command of two battalions of infantry and a regiment of cavalry.