From Mountains to Warfare: Gabar Singh Negi VC
More than a century after his death, Rifleman Gabar Singh Negi’s courage continues to inspire his homeland.
More than a century after his death, Rifleman Gabar Singh Negi’s courage continues to inspire his homeland.
Indra Lal Roy, a name often lost to history, was a remarkable young man who soared into the skies of the First World War as India’s sole flying ace.
Mohinder Singh Pujji was a remarkable man who defied stereotypes and soared into aviation history.
Havildar Lachhiman Gurung, a Nepalese Gurkha soldier serving in the British Indian Army, was not your typical war hero.
In the shadows of Nazi-occupied France, a gentle yet indomitable woman wielded her radio as a weapon of defiance and hope – her name was Noor-un-Nisa Inayat Khan.
Lieutenant Colonel A.G. Rangaraj is renowned for his pioneering contributions as a paratrooper and his distinguished service during the Second World War and the Korean War.
Lieutenant Colonel A.G. Rangaraj is renowned for his pioneering contributions as a paratrooper and his distinguished service during the Second World War and the Korean War.
The Second World War significantly shaped the 20th century, with countless individuals playing pivotal roles. One such individual was D.L. Sirimanne, whose life story offers a deeply personal perspective on the war and its aftermath.
Naib Subedar Abdul Hafiz stands tall amongst South Asia’s decorated heroes.
Second Officer Kalyani Sen was a pioneering figure in the Women’s Royal Indian Naval Service (WRINS) during the Second World War.
The first of the Trust’s projects is the South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM), which first took place in 2020 and runs from the 18th of July to the 17th of August each year.
SAHM seeks to commemorate, mark and celebrate South Asian cultures, histories, and communities.
It seeks to understand the diverse heritage and cultures that continue to link the UK with South Asia.
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