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This definitive historical work by F. Loraine Petre chronicles the remarkable 106-year history of the 1st King George’s Own Gurkha Rifles, popularly known as the Malaun Regiment. Established in 1815, the regiment became one of the most distinguished units in the British Indian Army, known for the valor and martial prowess of its Gurkha soldiers.
The book meticulously documents the regiment’s formation, organizational structure, and evolution through numerous military campaigns and expeditions. It provides detailed accounts of the regiment’s service across various theaters of operation, including colonial campaigns, frontier operations, and major conflicts of the era. Petre’s scholarly research includes information about commanding officers, battle honors, and the unique characteristics that defined the regiment’s military culture and traditions.
This comprehensive reference serves as an invaluable resource for military historians, descendants of regiment members, and those interested in British Indian Army history and Gurkha military heritage. The work preserves important historical records of a unit that played a crucial role in imperial military affairs.
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