Military & Warfare

British Forces Retreat at Chillianwala

The Battle of Chillianwala marked a significant confrontation during the Second Anglo-Sikh War, where British forces faced fierce resistance from Sikh warriors. This battle took place in Punjab, in the present-day Pakistan, and involved a challenging terrain that favored the defending Sikhs. Under the command of General Sir Charles Godby, British troops engaged the Sikh army led by Generals Shere Singh and Lal Singh. Despite outnumbering the Sikh forces, the British suffered heavy casualties, leading to a chaotic retreat.

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