A painting of Sikh Akali Warriors by Emily Eden, 1844

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04 January 2015, 01:16:29 AM
A painting of Sikh Akali Warriors by Emily Eden, 1844

The Akalis (a.k.a. "Akalees"), "Immortals" or "Timeless Ones," is a specific class of Sikh warrior. Renowned for their bravery and ferocity, as well as for their distinctive headgear and other accoutrements, the Akalis personified the Sikh ideal of military courage and heroism.
Akali soldiers were renowned in the 19th century for their valour in defending the Sikh kingdoms of Punjab.

Are the Aklis mentioned in any accounts of battles?

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A painting of Sikh Akali Warriors by Emily Eden, 1844
A painting of Sikh Akali Warriors by Emily Eden, 1844

Druzhina
19th Century Indian Illustrations of Costume & Soldiers

Duke Speedy of Leighton

04 January 2015, 08:20:00 AM #1
Good find.
You may refer to me as: Your Grace, Duke Speedy of Leighton.
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Techno

04 January 2015, 08:58:15 AM #2
Like that.
Cheers - Phil

Druzhina

07 January 2015, 05:58:33 AM #3

Duke Speedy of Leighton

07 January 2015, 06:20:41 AM #4
Great finds
You may refer to me as: Your Grace, Duke Speedy of Leighton.
2016 Pendraken Painting Competion Participation Prize  (Lucky Dip Catagory) Winner

Techno

07 January 2015, 07:37:53 AM #5
Nice !!
I particularly like the two versions of the sorting hat from Harry Potter. ;)
Cheers - Phil
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