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Tirot Singh: An Unsung Hero of the Khasi Tribe who destroyed British with his skill at Guerrilla Warfare
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He was known for his deft organizational skills, supported by efficient spies. His immortal words – “Better to die an independent king than reign as the vassal” – infused strength and courage among his people
Freedom struggle of Gurjars against Britishers at Koonja in 1824: 100s of Gurjars Martyred and 100s Hung in Single Tree
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The freedom struggle is a part of recorded history, yet there are a large number of selfless, valiant freedom fighters whose contribution could not find mention or was ignored. The story of India’s freedom struggle is incomplete without these unsung heroes
Rana Sanga, the symbol of bravery who defeated Sultan Ibrahim Lodhi and fought Muslim Terrorists for Hindu Existence
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Rana Sanga is remembered among historians as an able administrator, great visionary and a brave warrior – matchless traits indeed for a king of his time. The way he united the various factions of Rajputs under his able leadership was a tremendous act
"Nak-Kati-Rani": Defying Shah Jahan, Rani Karnavati of Garhwal inflicted unprecedented humiliation on the Mughal army, cutting off their noses; her invincible spirit remain unsung in mainstream history, overshadowing the grand tales of emperors
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In our history books, we study about Emperor Shahjahan, his kingdom and his monuments. Emperor Shahjahan occupies a prominent position in our history books at every level. Those history books invariably fail to mention Rani Karnavati who cut of noses of Mughal army soldiers
Hero of Pawankhind: Veer Maratha Bajiprabhu Deshpande, who led 300 Soldiers against 12000 Adilshahi Army defending Shivaji
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The Jehadis captured Shiva Navi to their undiminished glee but were terribly enraged when they discovered the subterfuge that it was fake Shivaji (Nakli-Shivaji). They promptly beheaded Shiva Nhavi
Jhalkaribai: The Indian Rebellion Of 1857 Who Took on British Forces Disguised as Laxmibai
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A prominent fighter during the Rebellion of 1857, one woman driven by sheer fortitude and courage was able to strike fear in the hearts of the British army and leave behind a rich legacy for millions to emulate
Assam King Prithu who badly defeated Bakhtiyar Khilji, destroyer of Nalanda University in Battle of Kamrup in 1206 CE
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13th century Persian historian Minhaj-i-Siraj in his book Tabaqat-i Nasiri recorded many of Bakhtiyar Khilji’s battlefield exploits, loot, and plunder in India. Tabaqat-i Nasiri contains a detailed account of Khilji’s attack of Kamrupa and his defeat
Taimur was attacked and defeated by 20 year old Rampyari Gurjar and her army of 40,000 women
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Much of the historical records available about the glories and victories of Indian warriors were destroyed by the British. This was to prove their superiority and show the later generations and the world that they were superior and that they civilized India
How Britishers were challenged by 83 year old Ropuiliani in Mizoram in 1892-’93
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Earlier too, they had always suspected her to be the root cause behind the emergence of anti-colonial resistance movements in the Lushai Hills and its neighbouring areas. She was even accused of having been involved in many attacks of the British troops by the Lushais at that time
Chapekar Brothers who Avenged Pune's Dignity by slaying British Commissioner on June 22, 1897
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Damodar, Balkrishna and Vasudev were waiting patiently in pitch darkness on the road each with a gun and sword in their hands and revenge on their mind. Just as a carriage passed by the eldest brother, Damodar, he followed it and as it reached the yellow bungalow, shouted the decided call of “Gondya ala re ala”