Royal British Legion

Kamal Ram

The second-youngest Indian recipient of the VC- Sepoy Kamal Ram

Records indicate that no Victoria Crosses were awarded to Indian soldiers specifically for their actions at Monte Cassino during The Second World War. However, Indian soldiers played a significant role in the gruelling battles for Monte Cassino, with many displaying exceptional bravery. One soldier, Sepoy Kamal Ram of the 8th Punjab Regiment, did receive the Victoria Cross for his actions at the Garigliano River in Italy in May 1944.

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Buddhist Tribute

A Crown Prince Takes Flight: The Story of Pilot Officer Paljor Namgyal

Born in 1921 amidst the vibrant culture of Sikkim, a small Himalayan state nestled in India’s northeast, where Buddhism is deeply woven into the fabric of life, Kunzang Choley Namgyal, better known as Paljor Namgyal, was the Crown Prince, the eldest son of Maharaja Sir Tashi Namgyal. Paljor nevertheless harboured a passion for aviation.

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