American Reacts to Journey Of Being Selected As A Gurkha

In this reaction I learn who the Gurkhas are. These elite warriors are from Nepal and only 4% of applicants make it into the British military. The potential Gurkhas leave their families and sometimes risk everything they have just for the small chance of becoming a British soldier. It takes amazing fortitude to put in the amount of effort they do knowing there is a 96% chance they won't make it.
Most of the Gurkha are young men from farming communities and becoming a soldier is a dream come true. If they make it they now have a successful, well paid career with a purpose. You can't help but smile and feel happy as you watch the young men call their families to tell them they made it.
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[@annemariefleming]

You will never find a group of braver, more loyal men in any army, anywhere. We love our Gurkha brothers. Their families say with pride that their son/brother is a Gurkha.

[@viking1977]

Pues ven a conocer el ejercito argentino como peleamos y despues hablas

[@Goady1000]

@@viking1977 Argentines wave a white flag #falklands

[@viking1977]

@@Goady1000 tendrian que venir a ver cuantas chapas de id tenemos de los gurtkas de las islas malvinas argentinas no faklands estudia un poco pequeño amigo

[@Goady1000]

@@viking1977 your alright, we know south Americans can't fight wars

[@dannydd5910]

@@viking1977 Lmao. You lost. Deal with it.

[@umeshnepal3012]

Feeling proud to be a gurkha ,a nepali....thank you for making this video and showing it to the world. Love from Nepal ❤️

[@chrisspere4836]

Thankyou for protecting us.

[@love-conquers-all]

Thank you for always being with us. Love you guys. From England with love ❤

[@callum4796]

Thank you for your service to our king and country you make every single one of us proud 🫡. 🇬🇧🤝🇳🇵

[@johnmoody9580]

Ayo Gorkhali!

[@AutoAlligator]

Respect.

[@malhildreth8418]

As a British solder I was one of the fortunate few to serve in a Gurkha unit. I served in Iraq with them and would not have wanted to be there with any other soldiers. You were asking about them as warriors. Look at some of the videos on Ghurkhas that have won the Victoria Cross, or other bravery medals.

[@stephensmith4480]

In their History Mal they have been awarded 26 Victoria crosses. An incredible achievement and just goes to show their level of Bravery and Tenacity.

[@stephensim5839]

I didn't think they were actually part of the British army but were a mercenary unit. Has that changed?

[@stephensmith4480]

@@stephensim5839 Yes Stephen, they are now fully integrated into The British Army. When they finish their service, they are eligible for British Citizenship and to remain in Britain with their Family`s if they wish.

[@dougoneill7266]

As a young Sapper just out of training in the 70s I was lucky enough to spend time with the Gurkha Engineers working on a project in the Scottish Highlands. I learned so much from them, and still to this day am inspired by their example.

[@BergenDev]

Gurkha are amazing soldiers in every way. Humble and lethal.

[@gigmcsweeney8566]

“Bravest of the brave, most generous of the generous, never had country more faithful friends than you”. (Sir Ralph Turner, former Gurkha Officer)

[@geoffbentley8774]

They're not treated properly by the government when they retire.

[@matthewjamison]

"Show me a man who isn't afraid going into battle & I'll show you a liar or a Gurkha" ~ Some British Army Officer

[@robertsampson3772]

If a man says he isn’t afraid of dying he is lying or a Gurkha is good one too

[@matthewjamison]

@@bibekjung7404 *ALL* religion is absolute horse 💩. Humanity is a great thing all by itself without being poisoned by religion.

[@ChhandaDas1961]

Not some "British Army Officer". It was Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw of the Indian Army who said this legendary quote ...

[@rr-jp7kg]

@@bibekjung7404 I agree brother but not every religion agrees with your views. For example, have you come across teachings from Sura 9 text 29? I think these teachings are not suitable for the 21st century, what do you say?

[@bobbierocksbuster5584]

It's actually "show me a man that isn't afraid of death,he's either a liar or a Gurkha",stay happy and healthy ✌️

[@orwellboy1958]

As a small child about 5 y.o. my parents took me to an open day at Bassingbourne Barracks. The Ghurkas were there with an exhibition, we spent a few minutes talking to them, they were so nice and spoke to me very kindly showing me equipment etc. Being a small boy I inevitably wandered off and separated from my parents, I went and found the Ghurkas to help find my mum and dad, they looked after me until mum and dad came to collect me. They so impressed me that almost 60 years later I can still remember this, like it was yesterday.

[@davidhughes4089]

I've seen a few people (mainly Americans) react to Ghurka videos and some don't understand the relationship between the British army and the Ghurkas and question whether they're treated like second class soldiers, given old equipment etc, this is simply not the case in anyway. I can't reiterate enough the level of respect that the UK has for its Ghurka soldiers - they're phenomenal soldiers often winning shooting competitions and renowned for their politeness and manners. We're really are lucky to have them on our side - I'd hate to have a Ghurka as an enemy 😳

[@bibekjung7404]

LIVING BEING IS OUR RACE, MANKIND IS OUR RELIGION, HINDU,MUSLIM,SIKH,CHRISTAIN, THERE IS NO SEPARATE RELIGION ALMIGHTY GOD KABIR is the father of all souls that JESUS, MOHAMMAD, GURU NANAK, VEDH was telling in BIBLE, QURAN, GURU GRANTHA SAHEB .. In OLD Orthodox Jewish Bible KABIR is mentioned...KABIR means (GREAT or MIGHTY GOD) in hebrew...but when translated in different languages translator removed KABIR word.....

[@iriscollins7583]

@@bibekjung7404 Thankyou 👍 Kabir should be reinstated. It's wrong to alter scripture. This makes a lot of sense to me? I don't subscribe to any religion, too many anomalies and perversions, in what has been passed on.

[@robbie_]

Yes, I grew up a couple of hundred yards away from their Barracks when they were in Hampshire. It's funny, when they went out they always wore suits, and always went in pairs, never alone.

[@Moggy471]

@@bibekjung7404 Belief is fine and I would fight to defend anyone's firght to their belief. Religion is divisive, one group telling all other groups that they are wrong and thus less. If there is a God he must despair about our use of the belief in him.

[@daveturner6006]

A story from the Falklands War. Some Gurkhas were detailed off to guard some Argie POWs. Generally speaking the Gurkas a really nice chaps who nearly always have a smile on their faces. Now, British soldiers have a rather 'dark' sense of humour, so they told the Argies that if a Gurkha smiled at you it meant that they were going to eat you! Best behaved Argie POWs ever!!!

[@eyesopen1850]

When they landed in the Falklands, they couldn't wait to get going. With bergens and other kit seemingly dwarfing the men themselves, they were calling "Where the Argies? Where the Argies?" One British soldier likened them to "Heat-seeking ferrets".

[@Durgesuth]

Brilliant 😂

[@davidgomm6043]

they was told not to cut the POWs ears off

[@robertdraper5782]

The Gurkhas were tasked with the day light assault on Mt William but their reputation had gone before them so as they advanced the Argentines downed tools and walked off site quick smart. They either surrendered to the near by Scots Guards who had taken Mt Tumbledown a few hours earlier or legged it to Stanley. The Gurkhas were fckn furious, they got the battle honour but they would really like to have had the actual battle. It comes to something when you'd rather surrender to a bunch of angry jocks.

[@TheSympathydenied]

Is this true it sooooo funny

[@1889jonny]

I had the honour to serve with Gurkhas a couple of times. it's like serving with the arch angel Michael, the most gentle and polite people you've ever met, and when you see them fight, your only thought is.. TF they're on my side

[@Anti_Woke]

Me too, with the addition that they're always moaning, amongst themselves. For those from high in the mountains it's always too hot, for the rest it's always too cold. My biggest mistake with them was on exercise, explaining that I was missing a big bonfire-night party back in the NAAFI. Then I went for water resupply and evening O group. This was interrupted by a large fire lighting-up the night. I then had to explain to the CO why the Gurkhas had pulled down a tree, chopped it up and set fire to it. He came with me back to our position - where we were greeted by all our pyrotechnics being set off and cries off, "You like? We make you happy". The bollocking I got wasn't much, considering ^^.

[@vcrossCelticfc]

I live in a Gurkha military town, my local shop is owned by a Gurkha family. Absolutely love this community, loyal to the core.

[@ian757]

The Gurkhas are much loved and very respected here in the U.K. They are known as the fiercest of all our regiments and they have won more VC medals per man than any other regiment. We are very lucky to have them and if you meet one you will be taken by how polite they are.

[@frankiestein8482]

They are mainly Hindu warriors with their roots going back to an 8th century Hindu warrior, Guru Gorakhnath who had inspired Hindu warriors to defeat the first calphiate muslim armies invasions into India.So it was not surprising that one Gurkha took out 30 taliban years ago when in duty in Afganistan.

[@deewhobewatty9003]

I live in Folkestone and we always have a Battalion of Gurkhas in the Barracks. We are immensely proud of these soldiers and the ex-servicemen who continue to live in the Folkestone area. They are a lovely people to live alongside and I count myself fortunate to be their neighbour. 💖

[@twoofsix3b3g]

My Dad served with The Gurkhas in WW2.. he was a tank driver in the 14/20th King's Hussars. He said that they were the absolute best soldiers in the world and he would,and had, trust his life in their hands.

[@elinstar6034]

My Dad was in the RN in ww2, but somewhere out east encountered the Gurkhas, 'wonderful chaps, toughest troops we had'. He used to talk about them jumping 100s of feet out of planes, don't know if that's true.

[@jackiea8394]

My dad too. He was based in India and trained Gurkhas and African troops. He didn’t talk much about his experiences but I do remember him once telling me he was full of admiration for his brave men.

[@paul-ig8hw]

Hi Pat I served in the 14/20th KH from 1975 to 1992 when we amalgamated to become the King Royal Hussars and ended my 23 years in 1998 I only worked with the 6 Gurkha rifles who we were affiliated with on 2 occasion truly an honour to work with these soldiers

[@diane64yorks]

My Uncle was fighting along side them in Burma before and during WWII, he was in The Kings own Scottish Borderers, I have huge respect for them.

[@deeboneham2738]

Only the Māori are comparable 👍🏻

[@khawpuiathianhlun2823]

Tim Bowden, in his book One Crowded Hour about cameraman Neil Davis, tells about an incident that happened in Borneo during the confrontation between Malaysia and Indonesia in 1964. A group of Gurkhas from Nepal were asked if they would be willing to jump from transport planes into combat against the Indonesians if the need arose. The Gurkhas had the right to turn down the request because they had never been trained as paratroopers. Bowden quotes Davis's account of the story: "Now the Gurkhas usually agreed to anything, but on this occasion the provisionally rejected the plan. But the next day one of their NCOs sought out the British officer who made the request and said they had discussed the matter further and would be prepared to jump under certain conditions. "What are they?" asked the British Officer. "The Gurkhas Told him they would jump if the land was marshy or reasonably soft with no rocky outcrops, Because they were inexperienced in falling. The British officer considered this, and said that the dropping areas auld almost certainly be over jungle, and there would not be rocky outcrops, so that seemed all right. Was there anything else? "Yes, said the Gurkhas. They wanted the plane to fly as slowly as possible and no more than one hundred feet high. The British officer pointed out the planes always did fly as slowly as possible when dropping troops, but to jump from 100 feet was impossible, because the parachutes would not open in time from that height. "Oh," said the Gurkhas, "that's all right, then. We'll jump with parachutes anywhere. You didn't mention parachutes before!"

[@Zyron185]

😂last part wala hilarious

[@lewistaylor1965]

The history of how The Gurkas became part of the British military is fascinating ...Well worth a looksee...Basically we fought them...and were so impressed we asked them if they'd like to join us...and they said ok...Obviously a lot more to it...but as a Brit...and I think I speak for most of us if not all...we're bloody proud of them!

[@mrkiplingreallywasanexceed8311]

😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@damnthisuser]

Fascinating, I'd like to learn more.

[@Yeahagreed]

It wasn't that friendly lol. The english simultaneously attacked through 5 directions, nepal defended 3 of the inner territories but lost the other two. The english then made a treaty where nepal were forced to give the 2 regions and recruitment of soilders into the british army.

[@garysimpson1486]

@@Yeahagreed it was the British army get your facts right made up off England Scotland Wales Ireland .are you aware Wellington was Irish born in Dublin . Britain were impressed with there fighters so they joined from there free will you should pay more attention to British history ffs

[@garysimpson1486]

History why they joined the British army been on exercise with the Gurkhas in Kenya and have a mate not all Naples can join in they are not born there they do join British army regiment's instead as there father's served in the Gurkhas

[@sandramorris893]

Love this. The Gurkhas are spoken about in 'What Does it take to Earn the British Medal of Honour, the Victoria Cross' with Jeremy Clarkson. The VC is the highest military honour awarded in the British Army.

[@tanduification]

U ONLY GET WHEN U SAVE LIFES, MORE THEN KILLING ENMIES ,BUT IT HAS TO BE SOMETHING WHICH U CANT THINK OF

[@happilyeggs4627]

Great and brave soldiers. They have won an unbelievable amount of Victoria Crosses.

[@bobblehat6603]

The Gurkhas are among the highest recipients of the Victoria Cross. The Royal Artillery has won the Victoria Cross 51 times, the Royal Engineers have won the Victoria Cross 41 times, the Royal Army Medical Corps have won the Victoria Cross 27 times and the Rifle Brigade have won the Victoria Cross 27 times. Gurkha Regiments have won the Victoria Cross 26 times. Nepalese Gurkhas have won 13 of these.

[@axspike]

The British Army started recruiting Gurkhas because it's better to fight with them than against them. They are truly awesome!

[@tanduification]

BRRISTIST WON NERLEY HALF OF THIS WORLD , BUT THEY CHOOSE ONLY NEPALESE GURKHAS , TO FOGHT FOR THEM , THERE MUST BE SOME GOOOOD REASON

[@antoineduchamp4931]

You are learning a lot about us Steve... the Ghurkas are not to be messed with my friend, they have a reputation for being fierce and are fearless fighters.

[@davidwatson22]

So happy that you watched this, these men deserve a lot of respect. It was a shame what the UK government did to them a few years ago can not remember what it was something to do with ex Gurkhas after serving with the Army not being allowed to stay in be the UK, Joanna Lumley fought for them to have the right to stay ? I believe she won.

[@davidsweeney4021]

Yes. They won. I think they get a proper Army pension too as a result and well deserved!

[@Markus117d]

Correct it is well deserved, But the reason that wasn't the case to begin with is as far as I've seen on a couple of videos on the subject is in the terms of the original agreeagreement with Nepal regarding recruitment, That said the British army could recruit in the country as long as the people who served returned once their service was over.. Because no country would want some of their best going to leave the country permanently..

[@jillosler9353]

Not quite right. Serving Gurkhas never stayed once their service was over - Nepal never wanted them too. It was only in recent years that some wanted to retire and live in the UK. Now they can - on a full Army pension. To the young men in Nepal it is a great honour to be chosen to serve with the British Army - and they are greatly loved by us all.

[@Markus117d]

@@jillosler9353 Have a look at what point one says below... The Tripartite Agreement between the Uk, India and Nepal was a treaty signed in 1947 concerning the rights of Gurkhas recruited in military services of United Kingdom and India. The main points of the agreement are: 1/ The Gurkha soldier must be recruited as a Nepali citizen, must serve as a Nepali citizen, and must be resettled as a Nepali citizen. 2/ All religious and cultural observances must be preserved in accordance with the demands of the Hindu faith. 3/ Gurkha soldiers in both the Indian and British Armies should receive the same basic rates of pay, although allowances may be paid to reflect differences in the costs of living between countries where Gurkha soldiers might serve outside Nepal. 4/ Subject to satisfactory performance and conduct, all soldiers should be allowed to serve for sufficient time in order to qualify for a pension. 5/ All Gurkha soldiers should be allowed an extended period of leave in Nepal every three years. 6/ Gurkha soldiers recruited into the respective armies are liable for service worldwide. 7/ Gurkhas are fully integrated into the Army to which they are recruited and under no circumstances are they to be considered mercenaries.

[@Moggy471]

Damn right. I added my small voice to that fight. And them getting a full army pension.

[@taranchoola]

Growing up my mom told me stories of the Gurkhas many times. They are a treasure to us.

[@fossy4321]

My father worked with an ex Gurka at an army installation in the UK. This man when asked to bring his Kukri knife to work so they could see it said he would but if he unsheathed it he would have to cut their finger as a Gurka must draw blood with his kukri before he re-sheathed it. Dad asked if this was true and the Gurka quietly told him "no not really but it stops a lot of people pestering me to see it".

[@Nobby76]

@Random Guy My uncle served along side the gurkas and when he asked to see the knife, thew soldier showed it to him, then before he put it back, he asked for my uncles finger. My uncle knew about the story of having to draw blood before it is resheathed and took a step back. So the gurka shrugged and then ran the blade across his own finger tip tto draw a few drops of blood, then put it back in its sheath. So yeah it was very much true for a good while.

[@batteredwarrior]

@Random Guy It was never true. 🤣

[@batteredwarrior]

@@Nobby76 absolute nonsense. It sounds good, but it's never been a thing.

[@sayun8848]

​@@batteredwarrior it was and it is true but nowdays they don't do it , if they do it then they really have high respect for their history.

[@srvbiraj2282]

​@@batteredwarrior comes to nepal.someone still follows it

[@The_Butler_Did_It]

They are some of the best soldiers our country has. Ghurkas are proud to fight for Britain and Britain is proud to have them fight on our side.

[@paulbromley6687]

Ayo Gorkhali! Proud of our brave trusted and honourable brothers.

[@catherinewilkins2760]

Nepal was never part of British Empire. They consider its an honour to join our Military. We hold them with the highest respect. Not always reflected in the Government treatment of them. They are not to be messed with.

[@archiebald4717]

In what way do they not receive good treatment from the government?

[@pauls.arts.and.craft.]

@@archiebald4717 they did not have equal rights to that of British and other overseas soldiers.

[@archiebald4717]

@@pauls.arts.and.craft. That ended many years ago. Although increasing the pay and pension sounds good, the result is that there are far fewer of them, so fewer families benefit from the income. In my view, the previous levels were better because more people benefitted. A Pound goes a lot further in Nepal.

[@pauls.arts.and.craft.]

@@archiebald4717 it was just not pensions, it was right to abode and other benefits.... if you serve equally, you deserve to be treated equally.

[@archiebald4717]

@@pauls.arts.and.craft. They have always had barracks. I think you mean the right to UK citizenship, if they want it. Well, they have that right after four years service. In my opinion, just because someone has a job in the UK, it is not necessary to offer citizenship, but there we are. Those who serve in the Singapore Special Contingent and in the Indian army have no such rights.

[@grahamgresty8383]

Nowadays after retirement they are granted British citizenship if they want. There are 2 gurkha resturants in our region: delious food and good service

[@GrafindeKlevemark]

This was a fascinating video, thank you very much. I am the daughter (74 now) of a military dad who was accepted by the British army at 14 when he was orphaned, as an electrical and mechanical apprentice (REME - he passed all the exams ). He survived WWII, fighting in North Africa, Italy, Crete, France and was discerned with a Distinguished Conduct Medal presented to him by George V. When he retired, he was a Major - I'm so very proud of him.

[@cajsheen2594]

My old Dad had the greatest respect for these men, he said they were able to despatch a man before he knew they were even there and many groups of soldiers were heartened to see them arrive to assist! XXX

[@trytellingthetruth.2068]

If there's one group of people that deserves to come here and receive everything this country has to offer, it's these young men and their families. That applies to all those that came before and after. They are more than welcome here.

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

Pity our slimy rat government didn't agree for years..

[@martinthompson7160]

It's all very well saying they should come here but surely the point is that they return to their villages and bring wealth and honour to their family and enrich their local environment with their knowledge and experience.

[@trytellingthetruth.2068]

@@martinthompson7160 Absolutely, but what I'm saying is of all those that come here these people in particular are most welcome to be here. If they want to stay then that's fine by me. Most I would think go back home to family and friends.

[@thedigitalrealm7155]

​@@martinthompson7160Nope, as they were promised, the point had also always been that they would earn their citizenship of the UK by fighting for her. The same goes for the tens of thousands of Sikh soldiers, who were also formidable and not fond of surrender.

[@wor53lg50]

@@thedigitalrealm7155NOPE?!! their alliegence is swore to India ever since 47 after the ceremonial constitutional transferring?! , the same as Indian Gorka! , India is no friend of UK?, lets get that clear now?..

[@daveloboda1769]

The Gurkhas are a wonderful body of men who have been wonderful allies for many years. 1200 years ago there was a saint in their religion called Guru Gorkhanath who predicted that his people would become fierce warriors. The word Gurkha is from the name of the city of Gorkha in Western Nepal.

[@srvbiraj2282]

Not western its at middle

[@Nemadorjee]

​@@srvbiraj2282bro in middle we might think like kathmandu and stuff its near western i think too

[@frankiestein8482]

They are mainly Hindu warriors with their roots going back to an 8th century Hindu warrior, Guru Gorakhnath who had inspired Hindu warriors to defeat the first calphiate muslim armies invasions into India.So it was not surprising that one Gurkha took out 30 taliban years ago when in duty in Afganistan.The kukri he probably used to behead some of them as claimed was probably used to sacrifise the jihadis to Goddess Kali

[@zigman63]

I have so many memories of these guy's when we shared our canteens etc. I have nothing but absolute respect for what they bring to our table.

[@angelavara4097]

my dad fought with the ghurkas and he said they were such lovely people.

[@lindylou7853]

They’re farmers, not fighters but when the British Army tried to invade, they fought back. They’re lovely. At Xmas, they collect for the forces’ charities outside M&S and they can’t understand why a queue forms to shake their hands.

[@themadhatter7864]

Highly respected by all in the UK, they are true allies. Long may that continue.

[@andreaschapman9886]

The Gurkha motto is “Better to die than be a coward” which says it all regarding these fearless fighters.

[@pauldurkee4764]

It started in 1814 when the british were pushing north from India and encountered the Gurkhas. We fought each other for two years until a peace was settled in 1816. The Gurkhas thought the british were good fighters, almost as good as them, as they said, and ever since they have been part of the british army. They have a formidable reputation as fighting men, by any standards, and exceptional people. Gurkha units will have mostly british officers, who have to be able to speak their native language, which is Gurkhali.

[@dancarter482]

They SO admired the courage of the British officer - their enemy - that they volunteered to serve under his command. The rest is history.

[@ragabkandel5470]

Sorry but the native language is Nepali. I can confirm you that because I’m Nepali😅

[@ORDEROFTHEKNIGHTSTEMPLAR13]

GURKHALI 😂😂😂 That's a new one I've not heard before but they speak NEPALESE and some URDU

[@nicott667]

Important to remember that it was the British respect for the Gurkhas which resulted in the regiment being formed. They are not unique to the British Army either. There are also Gurkha regiments in the Indian Army, Indian Frontier Force, Singaporean military, and the military of Brunei.

[@karenblackadder1183]

The Gurkhas are beloved my the British people. Seem to remember tourists been held hostage in a hotel by some terrorists in Northern India Then we heard the Gurkhas were going in and everyone breathed a sigh of relief. Think all tourists got out safely. I seriously doubt all the terrorists did. There isn't a fighting force anywhere on this planet that can outmatch the Gurkhas of the British army. Thank you to every one of them.

[@sujeetachaudhary5653]

It's delightfully overwhelming to read all the comments of you foreign people conveying your love and respect for Gorkhalis. Jay Nepal, Jay Gorkha🇳🇵💪♥️

[@bigal3055]

We're not the foreign people, you're the foreign people 😂 Anyway, yeah. We love our Gurkhas. Any person who is willing to fight for us with the loyalty, ferocity and fearlessness that the Gurkhas have will always hold a very special place in the hearts of the British public.

[@markjones127]

As a kid in the 70's I spent my summers in a small village in the Welsh mountains, every year there was a race up and down a local mountain, mountain runners would come from all over the world to compete, and every year a small group of Gurkhas competed, it was a very competitive and fiercely fought race, but the Gurkhas would just run as a group and stick together the whole race, finishing as a group in military formation, it was always amazing to watch and they made it look so easy, I took up mountain running myself in my 40's and now do the race myself, don't see any Gurkhas doing it anymore though, a lot of the mountain races where I live started out as military training routes.

[@daveturner6006]

Couple of other things I remember about Gurkhas. During the Victorian period Gurkhas were the only 'native' troops that white troops would willingly share a mess with. Gurkhas were classed as 'Highland Light Infantry' which is why they wore dark green (Rifle Green) and the Gurkha regimental band has Bagpipes.

[@tonywilkinson6895]

We love our Gurkhas, to see how fierce they are there's a Jeremy Clarkson video on the Victoria cross with a few Gurkhas receiving it.

[@lizg5574]

My brother in law's dad served in the Gurkha rifles, based in Aldershot. A fierce group by reputation, but some of the most gentle, kind and generous men you could ever meet.

[@numptynoonoos]

I love the ghurka's we've got many in wiltshire.

[@pjmoseley243]

My friend was a Gurkha sponser and I had a friend who father was Gurkha British Officer, an Officer has to prove is ability to match the bravery of the Gurkha soldier. Also you might find it interesting looking up Joanna Lumley connections with the Gurkha's , Her dad was a British Army Officer with the Gurkha's.

[@deanmitchell4233]

Hard as nails the gurkha's, run all day, nobody better in jungle warfare...and so humble to talk to...lovely people unless you get on wrong side of them....

[@johnchristmas7522]

As a Brit, I would say, in conflict, the best man to be by your side, would be a Gurkha. Cant say more than that.

[@reb0118]

Actually it was Lance Corporal Blakeley from Musselburgh. He was 6'7" with ears like the Scottish Cup. He wasn't a good soldier tbf but he did draw the enemy's fire.

[@snowflakemelter1172]

How do you know ?

[@Moggy471]

Have no doubt. These guys are the finest light infantry in the world. I knew men who had fought with them in WW2 and they all said that if you were in trouble then you didn't want anyone other than a Gurkha next to you. They never showed fear and they never stopped, in battle they were remorseless and when not fighting they were utterly kind and generous. They feel that they have to live up to the actions of their relatives and ancestors. These are very hard guys to beat in a fight.

[@BRADDERS_YT67]

I live in an army garrison town in England and a lot of the retired ghurkas families have opened up nepalese restaurants in the town. They are amazing people.

[@greenspringy1]

Lucky you 😁😁no need to cook ever again .

[@BRADDERS_YT67]

@@greenspringy1 I wish.

[@davehadley3567]

Gurkha… a small man with a big smile and an even bigger knife. Probably the most polite soldier on the planet. And without doubt one of the fiercest warriors. As an ex British serviceman I know that other British soldiers ( myself included) have only the highest regard and respect for them and their abilities.

[@snowflakemelter1172]

They don't though, it's a myth.

[@goodhearing1252]

@@snowflakemelter1172 if you wanna see come to battle filed we don’t talk but we show

[@snowflakemelter1172]

@@goodhearing1252 more internet hard man bullshit.

[@TheOneTheyLove0307]

⁠@@snowflakemelter1172 This mf dont need gorkha to battle. I can fuck his whole family. thrashtalker son of a bitch

[@patrickbriscall7934]

When I was a kid I lived not too far from Aldershot, an army garrison town. When we went into town the Gurkhas stood out. Generally smart, polite young men in a blazer and ghurka tie.

[@thomaslowdon5510]

Gurkha are known to be . Dedicated Fearless Never give in... NEVER.. Highly respected by uk military

[@melkin3549]

Near where I live some retired Ghurka soldiers are employed to drive buses in rough areas where other drivers were being hassled by drunks and silly youths. The Ghurka drivers don't seem to have the hassle the other drivers did. Nobody wants to upset them lol.

[@MERISI001]

One of the toughest, most respected, valued and disciplined regiments not just in the British Army but in the world.

[@nicksykes4575]

During WW1, a Gurkha was on sentry duty on the side of the Suez Canal, with orders to challenge anyone for the password. Down the canal towards him sailed the Battleship HMS Swiftsure, so he challenged it, when there was no response, he opened fire on the bridge with a bolt action rifle. Swiftsures captain suddenly remembered the password, and the ship was allowed to continue, with several hundred sailors cheering the Gurkha.

[@mrkiplingreallywasanexceed8311]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ianjardine7324]

Sounds about right if you order a Gurkha to pick a fight with a battleship he will the scary thing is he might even win.

[@batteredwarrior]

Sounds apocryphal to me. I can find no evidence or accounts of this happening.

[@dizzyju]

We are extremely proud of our Gurkhas they are and always will be very special to us Brits . Xx

[@coot1925]

My dad, who fought in WW2 and lost a great friend who was a Gurkha and although he lost a lot of mates during that time he never got over his Gurkha friend. I worked in the security industry for 20 years and worked with a few retired Gurkhas and always felt like they had my back. Very respectful and polite but tough and brave. Great to have a mate like that. Wonderful people. ✌️♥️🇬🇧

[@nicholasleong3665]

If a man tells you he is not afraid, he is either a liar or a Gurkha ~ Field Marshall Sam Manekshaw, Indian Army..

[@archiebald4717]

We love the Gurkhas. As well as Nepalis, Irish citizens and citizens of any Commonwealth country can apply to join the UK military. Due to the UK legacy, the Gurkhas are also recruited by the Indian Army and the Singapore police. The Sultan of Brunei has about 2,000 ex British Army Ghurkas as his personal bodyguard.

[@duncancallum]

Not ex British Army Gurkhas , they are one of the Gurkha Regiments who are posted to Brunei for a few years then return to the UK ,and another Gurkha Regiment is posted there

[@Moggy471]

@@duncancallum It's not a bad bodyguard.

[@Stand663]

Why are Irish citizens in the British army. ????

[@archiebald4717]

@@Stand663 I don't know if they are, but they are free to apply if they wish. Irish citizens have exactly the same rights and privileges as UK citizens, while they are in the UK. They can vote, they also become an MP, if they so wish.

[@archiebald4717]

@@duncancallum The praetorian guard of the Sultan are all ex British army gurkhas. Known as the Gurkha Reserve Unit.

[@TukikoTroy]

These guys get a lot of respect from the British public because their history in the army more than warrants it. Lot of VCs won by the Gurkhas.

[@browneyedgirl9754]

Very true but disgrace that even after their service they are refused citizenship in UK whilst our borders are wide open to terrorists and criminals.

[@adamgardner1097]

My cousin is Brigadier Patrick Reehal MBE , he is now The Colonel Of The Queen’s Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment. He organised the logistics of the Queens funeral. His story in the Armed forces is amazing 👏

[@ArmaNilam]

My both Grandfather were in the Burma campaign 1945 during WW2. Later my maternal Grandfather was awarded Military cross in 1946. I never got to see him .. he passed away after the retirement.. my father was a Gurkha too 1970 until 1992. And I tried my luck as well in 1999.but my slight bit of eye sight problem stopped me from progressing …

[@theresabristow2472]

I have wonderful memories of the Ghurkas my Father served with, best soldiers, great men.

[@joemorris5288]

The Gurkhas are based in out town in Kent, always well dressed and always very polite.

[@PerryCJamesUK]

This was a brilliant programme. I never knew much about the Gurkhas, only that they were very loyal and brave. Fascinating stuff.

[@lindylou7853]

We couldn’t beat them, so we encouraged them to join us!

[@skullcompco]

We are so proud as Brits to have these brave men in our armed forces......

[@alexquinn9213]

I love the way Americans are blown away by history timelines! It reminds you how young America still is. The Gurkha's are loved by the British people, monarchy and rest of the military

[@khawpuiathianhlun2823]

I love theirs loyalty and discipline.

[@kimmyJayne2597]

Such an interesting watch, I agree it would have been nice to see the training further along! ‘13 hours that saved Britain’ is a great documentary to watch, Also ‘know your ally: Britain’ is another great one from the perspective of the American army teaching its soldiers about The British.

[@reactingtomyroots]

Hey Kim thanks for the recommendations. I'll bookmark them for later.

[@sjbict]

There are loads of videos on here showing various stages of Gurkha traing in the UK try Forces TV ad there have been TV series again on here.

[@kimmyJayne2597]

@@sjbict nice thanks, I will check them out 😊

[@tonyscupham-bilton7523]

The Gurkhas make the US Marine Corps look like Tom Daley's Knitting Club.

[@mikeriordan6940]

Have a look on KZbin of the Gurkhas changing the guard, they're well respected here in the UK, I hope you find out more about your ancestry

[@reactingtomyroots]

Thanks Mike and i'll check it out.

[@gwenlillianlondon3772]

There are so many things that people outside of Britain do not know about our history, structure etc., and it's a shame because some of those people are those who shout the loudest about things like abolishing the monarchy. It is somewhat gratifying to see your interest and the connections felt. Great reactions videos. 👍

[@Enkidone]

Hearing that the Gurkha's are coming is either the best possible news you can hear (if they're on your side), or the worst possible news you can hear (if you're not).

[@love-conquers-all]

Love you guys in the Gurkhas. Thank you all for what you do and have done for britain. Sending thanks and love from England.❤

[@jamiewulfyr4607]

When we first met the Gurkhas in the 1800s whilst patrolling the edges of our Empire they were our enemies. The British Army were so impressed by their fighting abilities,attitude and bravery that we decided we had better have them on our side. My Dad worked in Nepal for a while in the early 80s and brought me back one of their unique kukri machetes. I still have it down the side of my bed today.

[@kumasenlac5504]

A similar thought-process was applied to the Scots Highlanders. They're good at fighting; let's have them on our side...

[@jamiewulfyr4607]

@@kumasenlac5504 Indeed. The Seaforth Highlanders (unfortunately now amalgamated with other regiments) were originally formed from fighters of my Mum's clan the McKenzies. They wore kilts in the McKenzie tartan and maintained strong links with the clan. They were part of the 51st Highland Division that provided the rearguard in 1940 allowing the Dunkirk evacuation to take place. It seems in both cases that the British military wisely accepted that it's better to have these mountain dwelling warrior cultures onside.

[@lyn7621]

Nepalese need to be 17 1/2 - 21 yrs old to join the British army.

[@batteredwarrior]

A khukuri is NOT a "machete".

[@jamiewulfyr4607]

@@batteredwarrior I'm just trying to give a rough idea of what it is in case people hadn't heard the word before. "Bladed weapon" or whatever you think fits best.

[@robertlangley1664]

They are the best of the best and loyal to the crown god bless them

[@thedigitalrealm7155]

The British soldier at 17:39 genuinely seems emotionally invested and sounds like really cares about those candidates. He seems to respect their culture too, with how fluent his accent is when speaking their language ❤

[@BlameThande]

Glad you found the video recommendation useful. I was privileged to see some of the Gurkhas drilling at the Duke of Wellington Barracks in London only a few days before the Queen's passing.

[@carolleslie2673]

We love, respect and are for ever grateful for their service. God bless

[@maxinedurling3425]

Beside the Maori's of New Zealand the Gurkha's are one of the only people we never beat. The story I heard of why the Gurkha's fight for us is that a Scottish Major got fed up with fighting them and went to see the head man they were impressed with this mans daring and agreed to fight for us. The important thing is that British officers have to learn some Nepalese. I'd say we are lower Nepal is in the Himalayas ie Mount Everest

[@frankiestein8482]

They are mainly Hindu warriors with their roots going back to an 8th century Hindu warrior, Guru Gorakhnath who had inspired Hindu warriors to defeat the first calphiate muslim armies invasions into India.So it was not surprising that one Gurkha took out 30 taliban years ago when in duty in Afganistan.The kukri he probably used to behead some of them as claimed was probably used to sacrifise the jihadis to Goddess Kali

[@kiranrai-zj2gf]

My dad was one of the riflemen in royal gorkha ( 10GR) ….happy to see people appreciate there sacrifices…I always looked up to him n wanted to walk in his foot step but couldn’t cause of mi health problems .anyway happy to c people support for the gorkha

[@chrisfox3161]

A polite and always well dressed soldier. Shirt, tie and jacket when off duty in the bar. Quiet, unassuming. Proud of their heritage. In military speak.. Dangerous.

[@SpeccyHorace]

My grandad fought against the Japanese in WWII alongside the Gurkhas and he has always said that those warriors pulled them out of the fire several times. Utmost respect for the Gurkhas.

[@Diamondmine212]

The are part of the Kings( still doesn’t sound right) body guards. One of our “personality’s” went to recieve an medal off the Queen,stood behind her were 2 Gurkhas, on moving away he stumbled a little bit,he said the Gurkas immediately stood a step forward and put their hands on their knives,he said his blood went cold.. They are one of the most respected units of the British Army ,respected BY the British military.

[@piano40s]

I agree Kings Guard does not sound right, maybe one of their Grand kids will be ok to replace the Queen the ones we have now are not up to it.

[@sunnysnod7483]

We have great respect for the Gurkhas here, I had the privilege of working on their base in Maidstone, whilst running a project for young people. People I met could not be nicer.

[@carolinebritten3390]

Spent a day with the Ghurka Welfare Trust in Pokrah, Nepal in 2019 whilst on a trip there. I had known them previously throughout my life but that was the most interesting day of my trip, They are great soldiers but also amazing people as well.

[@Aman20608]

Love from Nepal 🇳🇵🚩❤️ jay gorkhali 🇳🇵

[@subashtamang5121]

Feeling proud that people are curious to know us 💓

[@Doug791]

How do you know when you've accidentally messed with a Ghurka ? You don't , you're dead.

[@25dimensionsfrancis42]

The British fought the Gurkhas a couple of hundred years ago and found them such good fighters that the offer to be part of the British army was put forward.

[@bostonblackie9503]

The Gurkhas are fierce. My Great Uncle fought along them in WWII. He said he was glad he was fighting with them not against them. I liked the story when they were asked to jump out of a plane at a certain number of feet. They came back and asked if they could first jump at half that number of feet. The officer replied no because the parachutes wouldn't open and work properly at that hight, once they found out they would have parachutes they had no problem jumping at the allotted height.

[@williamevans-cg6vt]

Thank you gurkas for your service from a British one of a best soilders goning

[@bizzryt6427]

A Gurkha called Lachhiman Gurung was manning a forward position in a trench with 2 fellow Gurkhas when 200 Japanese soldiers attacked them. A grenade landed in his trench… as he picked it up to throw it back. It exploded in his hand before he had chance to clear it killing his comrades. His right hand was blown off. His arm was shattered and he lost his right eye. Alone in his trench wave after wave of Japanese attackers came at him. 4 hours later they called off the attack. Gurung soon after lost consciousness due to loss of blood. They found 40 enemy soldiers lying dead in front of his position and expected the same amount to have been wounded. On his own this Gurkha has estimated to have caused 80 casualties to the enemy only using 1 arm to reload and 1 eye to aim all while being in immense pain due to his own injuries. That is just one of countless stories produced by the Gurkhas. “Better to die than be a coward” - The Gurkha regiments motto. True warriors.

[@suerogerts4330]

There were times in ww2 that my father fought alongside them he had a great respect for them he told me of one time he'd gotten back from a hard stint in the jungle exhausted he and his comrades fell asleep in their dirt he awoke to find he'd been given a shave they had used their swords to do it and didn't disturb him xx

[@snowflakemelter1172]

You made this up.

[@nadw]

I worked in an office in London where all the security staff were retired Gurkhas. The loveliest people you'll ever meet, they greet you with a smile and ask about your family, but even if they see you every single day for years they'd very precisely check your badge and credentials before letting you in - I got the impression that if you ever tried anything funny, you'd be on the floor with your hands in cuffs before you even you knew what was happening.

[@Freespeech141]

My husband was very interested in history of wars and the military. He always spoke highly of the Gurkhas. I’m glad you’re looking into them. New sub here, I love your curiosity about so many topics! Easy to learn about so much nowadays, we should be grateful.

[@stillstanding123]

Waiting for a flight i met three retired Gurkhas and their families waiting to travel back to Nepal. Such interesting guys and so polite to me asking questions into their service and lives. I was sad to part on my journey, i could have talked with them for hours. Britain can be very proud of these guys who serve our country. Respect.

[@fossy4321]

In WW2 the Gurkhas would sneak into German bases at night and feel their boot laces, Brits tied them in a parallel fashion Germans in a criss cross fashion. If it was parallel they disappeared into the night If criss cross they cut your throat , it was a sort of game to them, not an opponent you want to mess with. Former Indian Army Chief of Staff Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw once stated that: "If a man says he is not afraid of dying, he is either lying or he is a Gurkha."

[@alemgas]

Germans wore jack boots, no laces maybe Japanese?

[@fossy4321]

@@alemgas German regular soldiers wore boots very similar to most armies but laced them diagonally which is now the norm British soldiers laced them parallel with the final lace passing up the tongue to the top unused lace hole. I think it looks smarter on parade but is probably less practical.

[@wor53lg50]

@@fossy4321 why would British and germans be in the same place, (ie) in a german base?, your comment makes no sence i'd rethink it if iwas you...

[@fossy4321]

@@wor53lg50 The Gurkhas would sneak through the lines in the dark and when they found an enemy camp they would feel their boot laces as a last check to ensure they had come across a German encampment, and not found a forward British base.

[@bindugurung5496]

Thank you for making this video. I come from Gurkhas. There is not a single house in my village that does not have a Gurkhas. Specially, Mongolian people such as Gurung (myself), Magar, Pun, Rai and Limbu so on joins Gurkhas because it’s kind of tradition and prides in our communities as well as better future. Since 1800 we have been serving in Indian Gurkha army, Singapore police and British Gurkha.

[@geoffbentley8774]

Gurkhas,best of the best.

[@geoffbentley8774]

I'm British,and I am proud to have the Gurkhas here.

[@meelanthapa3504]

So many people from foreign thanking and feeling proud of us (Gurkhas) in this comment section. Thank you all from Nepal.

[@Scaleyback317]

Every Nepali who has worn the uniform has earned that pride the hard way mate. Long may this special relationship flourish.

[@reddersuk4039]

My step-father served as tank commanded thru WW2 in the desert and Italian campaigns (thanks for the Sherman, USA), like all British service men he loved the Gurkhas and said whenever he was brigaded with Gurkhas, he slept well at night - nothing was getting past them!

[@chipsthedog1]

My favorite Ghurka story revolves around a training excersise where they were told they would be jumping from a plane, as they lined up to board the plane they were unusually stern faced and quiet but broke out in smiles when the parachutes were handed out, they all thought they would be jumping without a parachute and yet they all still lined up to board the plane!

[@snowflakemelter1172]

This never hapoened though.

[@chipsthedog1]

@@snowflakemelter1172 I didn't claim to be there but said it is my favorite story which it is and after reading your comment I went to Google and searched Ghurkas jump from plane parachute? and found plenty of pages where this story was retold some with slight variations such as the Ghurkas saying they would jump but could the planes fly over soft ground or water. Anyway did it happen? I do not know but it is still my favourite story also how are you so sure it has never happened or wasn't inspired by an event that actually happened?

[@snowflakemelter1172]

@@chipsthedog1 there are dozens of silly Gurkha stories all over the internet.

[@CeleWolf]

Don't feed the trolls Chips