Book unveils history’s unsung Sikh heroes ~ [Updated - videos]

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Ludhiana, August 14: The repulsion and sacrifices of the Sikhs in the most horrifying battle penned on the pages of history, has been traced down in a book titled ‘Sikhs in World War I’ by Bhupinder Singh Holland.

The book lends voice to history's unsung Sikh heroes who laid d...own their lives during the First World War. The book was released on the occasion of the 10th death anniversary of Giani Bhagat Singh.

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The encyclopedic and monumental work, with rare photographs, was released at the Department of History, Ramgarhia Girls College, by Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) president Avtar Singh Makkar.

Avtar Singh Makkar said, “The contribution of the Sikh community during the World War I has been kept in shadow and this book will certainly be instrumental in shedding light on their immense sacrifices during the major war.”

The college principal, Dr Narinder Sandhu, said the release of a book that unravels the untold history of the Sikh martyrs is the most befitting tribute to Giani Bhagat Singh, who devoted his life to work for the community.

Ranjodh Singh, president, Ramgarhia Educational Council, said, “It was an honour for the Wisdom Collection to publish a book that commemorates the Sikh martyrs of World War I and saves a significant chapter of Sikh history from falling into the abyss of forgetfulness.”

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The event was also marked by the presence of grandchildren of some of the Sikh martyrs who shared their vivid experiences with the gathering assembled on the occasion.

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The Dept of History of Ramgarhia Girls College in association with Wisdom Collection, an imprint of GS Distribution Inc., organised a book release function, in which the book titled Sikhs in World War I, authored by Bhupinder Singh Holland, was released by SGPC President. Avtar Singh Makkar.

Ludhiana, August 14, 2013: To pay tribute to the sacred memory of Giani Bhagat Singh on the tenth anniversary of his death, the Department of History of Ramgarhia Girls College in association with Wisdom Collection, an imprint of GS Distribution Inc., organised a book release function on Wednesday.

The book titled Sikhs in World War I, authored by Bhupinder Singh Holland, expounds on the neglected history of the Sikh martyrs who laid down their lives during the First World War.

The Chief Guest on the occasion was Avtar Singh Makkar, President, SGPC and the Keynote Speakers were Dr. Prithipal Singh Kapur, Former Pro V. C., GNDU and Charanjit Singh, an eminent writer.

The better half of Bhupinder Singh Holland, Gurpreet Kaur Holland was also present on the occasion and she was duly honoured by the management of the college. The book was released by Avtar Singh ji Makkar who averred that the contribution of the Sikh community in the World War I has been kept in shadow and this book will certainly be instrumental in shedding light on their immense sacrifices during the major war.

Dr. Prithipal Singh Kapur, in his Keynote address lauded the endeavour of Bhupinder Singh Holland and said that a lot of effort and hard work has been put in by him in collecting the data of the Sikh soldiers and in compiling their history in this colossal book.

Charanjit Singh also said during his talk that this book will be highly valuable for the Sikh history as it apprises one of the bravery of the Sikh community. He further added that the Sikhs are known all over world for their bravery and this book reinforces their valour and fearlessness during the tough times.

The college Principal, Dr. Narinder Sandhu said that the release of a book that unravels the untold history of the Sikh martyrs is the most befitting tribute to Giani Bhagat Singh who was a devout Sikh himself and pledged his life to the service of the community.

Ranjodh Singh, President, Ramgarhia Educational Council, said that it was an honour for Wisdom Collection to publish the book that commemorates the Sikh martyrs of World War I and saves a significant chapter of Sikh history from falling into the abyss of forgetfulness. The event was also marked by the presence of the grandchildren of some Sikh martyrs who shared their experiences with the assemblage.

Jagtar Singh, General Secretary, Ramgarhia Educational Council, extended a vote of thanks to all the dignitaries who marked their presence at the event.