Dimensions
110 x 177 x 26mm
The Inside Story of the World's Most Feared Soldiers
Their ferocity is as legendary as their loyalty to the British Monarch and their regimental histories are crammed with acts of incredible bravery and sacrifice. The Gurkhas' particular reputation as fearsome fighting men remains undisputed and the mere threat of their kukri knives has put fear into the hearts of opposing forces throughout the world.
The Gurkhas have been on the British frontlines since 1815. These small but extraordinarily tough fighters recently have demonstrated their courage again, when they were with the first troops sent into Kosovo and to East Timor to help restore peace to those troubled countries.
The author travelled to Nepal and talked to many former Gurkha soldiers who recalled their service with the British Army with pride. This fascinating testimony to a fighting force stood apart in British military history, looks at the depth of their commitment.
