List of Sikh soldiers

Sikh (/ˈsiːk/ or /ˈsɪk/; Punjabi: ਸਿੱਖ, sikkh IPA: [ˈsɪkkʰ]) is the title and name given to an adherent of Sikhism. The term has its origin in the Sanskrit term śiṣya, meaning "disciple, learner" or śikṣa, meaning "instruction".

This article lists and documents all of the Sikhs known to the world in military.

Sikh Kings, Royalty & nobility (Pre-1751), during period of Sikh principalities (Misls)

Mahraja-Ranjeet-Singh

Sikh Empire Army

Royalty & nobility

British Empire Army

Sikh States

Victoria Cross

Victoria Cross Medal without Bar

Cross of St. George

Note: Cross of St. George was Imperial Russia's highest exclusively military award for gallantry in battlefield. Its status was same as British Victoria Cross and post-independence Param Vir Chakra [1]

Given after death in the Battle of Saragarhi

The contingent of the twenty one Sikhs was led by Havildar Ishar Singh, and all chose to fight to the death instead of surrendering. In recognition of their supreme sacrifice, the British Parliament rose to pay them respect, and each one of them was awarded the Indian Order of Merit.IOM was the highest Gallantry award for the Indian soldier until the First World War, when they became eligible for the VC.

Other notable decorated Sikh soldiers

Indian Army

Param Vir Chakra

See also

Battle of Saragarhi

References

  1. ↑ "The Order of St. George, Imperial Russia's highest exclusively military order, was instituted in 1769 and came to be considered among the most prestigious military awards in the world... The order was awarded to officers and generals for special gallantry, such as, personally leading his troops in rout of a superior enemy force, or capturing a fortress, etc. Before membership in the Order could be granted, a candidate's case had to be investigated by a council composed of Knights of the Order." Source: http://www.gwpda.org/medals/russmedl/russia.html
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