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Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa of the 5th Goorkha Regiment, Peiwar Kotal, Afghanistan
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Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa of the 5th Goorkha Regiment, Peiwar Kotal, Afghanistan
5929526 Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa of the 5th Goorkha Regiment, Peiwar Kotal, Afghanistan, 1879 (w/c) by Woodthorpe, Major General R.G. (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa of the 5th Goorkha Regiment, Peiwar Kotal, Afghanistan, 1879.
Watercolour by Captain Robert Gosset Woodthorpe, Royal Engineers, 1879.
The Gurkhas Lalsing Thapa ( Shrapnel ) and Jangir Thapa ( Bullet-head ), were the orderlies of Major General Sir Frederick Roberts, who was then commanding a British force that advanced along the Kurram Valley towards Kabul during the 2nd Afghan War (1878-1880). At Peiwar Kotal an enemy force of 18, 000 men with 11 artillery pieces was found to be awaiting the invaders.
While a feint attack was made on the Afghans, Roberts commanded a turning movement by the 5th Goorkha Regiment (The Hazara Goorkha Battalion) and other troops, which succeeded in dislodging the enemy, inflicted heavy casualties and captured all their artillery. Roberts lost fewer than 100 killed and wounded.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
Media ID 23265312
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The captivating print titled "Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa of the 5th Goorkha Regiment, Peiwar Kotal, Afghanistan" captures a significant moment in history during the 2nd Afghan War. The image showcases two brave Gurkhas, Lalsing Thapa (also known as Shrapnel) and Jangir Thapa (nicknamed Bullet-head), who served as orderlies to Major General Sir Frederick Roberts. In this watercolor by Captain Robert Gosset Woodthorpe, we witness the fearless determination of these soldiers amidst a challenging battle. The scene takes place at Peiwar Kotal, where an enemy force of 18,000 men with 11 artillery pieces awaited the British invaders. However, under Roberts' strategic command and with support from the 5th Goorkha Regiment (The Hazara Goorkha Battalion) and other troops, they successfully dislodged the enemy. This historic event resulted in heavy casualties for the opposing force while capturing all their artillery. Remarkably, Roberts' forces suffered fewer than 100 killed or wounded. This photograph serves as a testament to not only the bravery and skill of Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa but also to all those who fought alongside them during this intense conflict. Preserved within London's National Army Museum collection since its creation in 1879 by Captain Woodthorpe himself, this artwork provides us with a glimpse into an important chapter in military history. It reminds us of the sacrifices made by countless individuals like Lalsing Thapa and Jangir Thapa who played vital roles in shaping our world today through their unwavering courage on distant battlefields such as Peiwar Kotal.
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