Sitaram Pande served with the Bengal Army from 1812 to 1860, taking part in many important campaigns. His memoirs provide a rare and precious glimpse into life in the Indian Army during the 19th century.
Originally raised in 1902 as part of the Indian Army, this infantry regiment transferred to the British Army in 1948. After several decades of distinguished service, it was amalgamated into the Royal Gurkha Rifles in 1994.
This infantry unit was formed in 1994 by amalgamating four existing Gurkha regiments. Since then, it has served on several deployments, including the recent conflict in Afghanistan.
This British Army light cavalry regiment was formed in 1992. It has since served in several conflicts, including the recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
This British Army light infantry regiment was formed in 2007. It has since served in several conflicts, including the recent wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.
This infantry regiment was formed in 1968. Since then, it has served during British Army campaigns around the globe. Today, it performs an armoured infantry role.
Formed in 1941, this corps carried out reconnaissance duties for British Army infantry divisions during the Second World War. It was disbanded in 1946.
This infantry regiment was formed in 1966. It continued in British Army service until 2007, when it was amalgamated with three other units to form The Rifles.
Formed in 1793, the Royal Horse Artillery initially provided fire support to the cavalry. Today, its regiments carry out a variety of artillery combat roles and ceremonial duties.