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The Akalis, also known as, Nihangs, were Sikh fundamentalists, dedicated to defending their faith by force of arms. In 1830, a typical Akali was described as a man ‘whose body is unaffected by pain or comfort. He is a man of firm faith, sexual restraint, meditation, penance and charity, and a complete warrior. In the presence of worldly authority, he remains full of pride. Where there is the place of battle, having no fear of death he never steps back.’
Akali Phula Singh was employed by Ranjit Singh after his attack on Thomas Metcalfe’s escort at Amritsar in 1809. He commanded a force called Changari, “Live Coals”. These were essentially mounted infantry; their horses were ... Read more, and view close-ups: [link]
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The Akalis, also known as, Nihangs, were Sikh fundamentalists, dedicated to defending their faith by force of arms. In 1830, a typical Akali was described as a man ‘whose body is unaffected by pain or comfort. He is a man of firm faith, sexual restraint, meditation, penance and charity, and a complete warrior. In the presence of worldly authority, he remains full of pride. Where there is the place of battle, having no fear of death he never steps back.’
Akali Phula Singh was employed by Ranjit Singh after his attack on Thomas Metcalfe’s escort at Amritsar in 1809. He commanded a force called Changari, “Live Coals”. These were essentially mounted infantry; their horses were ... Read more, and view close-ups: [link]
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Good job on the artwork. He looks like a Sikh dwarf!