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John Parker The Gurkhas (Paperback) (UK IMPORT). Title: The Gurkhas. of incredible bravery and sacrifice. The Gurkhas have been on the British frontlines since 1815 and these small but extraordinarily tough fighters have demonstrated their courage ever since, in battles ranging from the Indian Mutiny through Afghanistan to Kosovo. Further DetailsTitle: The Gurkhas Condition: New Description: Their ferocity is as legendary as their loyalty to the British Monarch and their regimental histories are crammed with actsof 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 and these small but extraordinarily tough fighters have demonstrated their courage ever since, in battles ranging from the Indian Mutiny through Afghanistan to Kosovo.John Parker has fully updated his bestselling book to include the Gurkhas' recent operations in Africa and to celebrate their successful campaigning for British citizenship. His book is a fascinating testimony to a fighting force that standsdramatically apart in British military history. Author: John Parker EAN: 9780755314157 Format: Paperback ISBN: 9780755314157 Item Height: 178mm Item Length: 108mm Item Width: 30mm Item Weight: 260g Language: English ISBN-10: 0755314158 Genre: Law & Politics Publisher: Headline Book Publishing Release Date: 05/23/2005 Subtitle: An updated in-depth investigation into the history and mystique of the Gurkha regiments Release Year: 2005 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.