The Strangest WW2 Killer with an Even Stranger Weakness

[@byronbailey9229]

Indian Army did huge contribution against the Germans and Japanese. They don’t get enough credit and recognition

[@Charles-k9g5y]

There wasn’t any recognition left after the USA took it all.

[@peterkerr4019]

Many Indians served at the siege of Tobruk with The Aussies & British. Many were silent killers in no man's land at night.

[@boydah69]

@@peterkerr4019 yes, my dad had a relative that fought in the desert campaign, he said when out in a listening post or after an advance when positions were fluid, at night, lone Aussie soldiers reported encounters with silent Indian raiders. The digger standing guard would suddenly feel a hand on his shoulder, and they would freeze because there would be a dagger inches from their throat, ready to slit it if the Indian didn`t feel the rising sun badge. Then, the digger would hear a chuckle , feel a pat on the back and "Sorry, friend ". That was the story I recall. Similar tactics to the Gurkhas.

[@stevenhall9349]

You are absolutely right

[@Briselance]

Huge? Do you know how many pilots from occupied european countries served in the RAF? The Indians served as well as anyone else wearing the UK uniforms, even if with different insignias.

[@rev.dr.davidcole8915]

It is the duty of every Sikh to battle evil and defend the defenseless.

[@janrobertbos]

...and some of them very much do so!!!

[@geoh7777]

And to wear that turban that hinders use of an oxygen mask, flying at altitude without which damaged his lungs probably leading to an early death. He could have suspended that practice while flying in order to serve longer and live longer. While flying he was joined with technology (the aircraft, its weapons etc.) and oxygen was part of that technology.

[@gratefulguy4130]

I guess everyone fails at that sometimes

[@LeonKotze70]

Then why fight for the most evil empire the world has ever seen?

[@annehersey9895]

You did it again! I’ve read books, seen films and many many documentaries on the Battle of Britain and the RAF however I have NEVER heard or seen mention of Indian pilots! This is why I love all your channels. I always learn something new every time. Happy New Year! Looking forward to what you have in store for us in 2025!

[@patrickporter1864]

I Wonder why you never heard of Indian pilots during ww2.

[@annehersey9895]

@ Don’t know. I’ve been studying the war from many angles through many media for about 15 years. I also could have heard or read in passing and just forgot! I am a Senior Citizen so this is very possible!😀. Happy New Year!

[@camrenwick]

From what I've heard, I have a lot of respect for the Sikhs. Brave and honourable people.

[@keithallen4313]

The statue is stunning and I have looked at it a few times when I have passed by and I am so glad to see this video about him .

[@Luisfernando-kr7wq]

Mexicans fought in the RAF & RCAF...Aeromexico chief pilot Alberto Thomas flew ferry and photorecon missions..Luis Perez flew spitfires over Dieppe and Normandie..lot of unknown tales..🎉❤😊

[@patrickporter1864]

But England stood alone did it not.

[@blackcountryme]

​@@patrickporter1864yes it did. People that came were volunteers, US pilots did

[@stuartpenman6387]

@@patrickporter1864 no the british empire stood alone and won

[@JohnHill-qo3hb]

It is definitely a shame that the contribution made by small numbers of men and women from many smaller countries not associated with Europe or Asia who also shared the dangers and possibility death with that of the major combatant countries also endured have largely been ignored. Lest we forget.

[@johninnh4880]

This video is a testament to the diversity of the allied air force in WWII. Thank you for this interesting, fact filled video.

[@pauleast3787]

Mohinder Singh Pujji was a hero, no doubt about it and he was recognised as such by the British public at large, by his promotions and his decorations. that's it. Thats his recognition, that's all the recognition a hero can expect. More than a quarter of a million aircrew flew in the RAF, all heros to me. None braver than the humble rear gunner flying in a Stirling. At least two hundred thousand Indian volunteered to fight for the British Empire, the largest volunteer army anywhere, ever. Heros all. The 1969 film "The Battle of Britain" made clear the Battle of Britain was a multi-national effort and anyone with the slightest interest in WW2 knows this and the contribution made by those from outside the British Isles. If Mohinder Singh Pujji faced lack of recognition it was in India where members of the Japanese collaborationist "Indian National Army" is held in higher regard than their true defenders.

[@Arloashean]

I know video titles are sometimes badly written or deliberately poorly crafted for clicks but this one seems simply insulting. Might try: "Badass Sikh Pilot Volunteers for RAF, Serves in Three Theatres, Fights for and Wins Recognition for Global Contributors to British Victory in WWII". Dude is a serious mensch. Strange? Brave as hell. Weakness? Steadfast. Seriously need to do better for heroes like this.

[@davymckeown4577]

I was going to skip this, if he'd used your title I would have clicked on the feature without hesitation.

[@MichaelCampin]

I looked at the pic and having fought alongside Sikhs I watched it. They were Lions in battle.

[@Wooargh]

And in all that time manages to shoot down two whole planes.

[@Ir0nli0nzi0nzbee]

@@Wooarghand how many have you shot down? How much time have you spent in a combat zone there, Chachi?

[@bernardedwards8461]

@@Wooargh Shooting down Me109s was both difficlt and dangerous, especially as they were slightly superior to the Hurricane, so he did well. Many pilots had no kills at all.

[@bernardedwards8461]

The Poles made an enormous contribution but were not allowed to march in the victory parade and are seldom given the recognition they deserve

[@Briselance]

00:41 But... how did he fly without the helmet and it's radio microphone and headphones? Not to forget the air mask. You need the flight helmet's features to attach it properly.

[@auscam6666]

during the battle of Britian the armament for the hurricane was 4 x 303 brownings in each wing (same as the spitty), the 20mm cannon did not get added in place of the 303s until 1943/44 to combat the V1 rockets

[@Oligodendrocyte139]

The first major cannon armed Hurricane was the Mark 2c, produced from 1941, way before the V1. I don't recall Hurricanes ever shooting one down.

[@peterlee4682]

Such courage. Bravery and his commitment to both his duty and heritage are truly inspiring! Blessings to ALL! I REMMEMBER AND HONOUR SUCH MEN! HUMBLE THANKS!

[@drmarkintexas-400]

🎖️⭐🙏🏆 Thank you for sharing this

[@DonalORegan-h3k]

Happy New Year , a year full of more Dark Docs

[@rodleonard2088]

With the greatest respect for his service, the story of the Sheik’s serving the Japanese in Singapore was a betrayal to the allied POW’s.

[@jeffapplewhite5981]

Good episode.

[@eugenethaden6316]

My dad fought in WWII and lost my uncle in that war. Too bad all that freedom they fought for has evaporated throughout the west.

[@lc3853]

This isn't about you.

[@Unarius]

and what exactly do you mean by that?

[@haroldwilson950]

@@Unarius 👏👍

[@alancarnell2747]

Elaborate please

[@stuarthannay3370]

Exactly how? My Father fought too, but all I notice is how loud right wing rhetoric sounds these days.

[@RogueAce93]

Thnx for sharing this story! I’d never even heard of Puhji until now, though I’ve read about other Sikh airmen in both world wars! Also, what’s the title of the intro and outro music track? It’s neat sounding.

[@michaelgirodat6955]

I don't think any hurricane was ever armed with 4 20mms, as well as 8 303s. Certainly not in the battle of Britain for air to air combat.

[@828enigma6]

I think part of his lung damage could have been from inhaling radium particles from his shot up dashboard. Inhaled radium is particularly bad for one's health.

[@christopherbrodie6987]

Freedom is preserved by brave men doing what is right no matter what their background from the privileged to the the unprivileged. They all deserve respect as Heroes.

[@AlfradiusRodriguez]

Some of those Hurricanes have had the Spitfire conversion. As well as several other conversions.

[@adrianglanvill9749]

Four Canon and eight machine guns in a Hurricane? I do wish the scripts in this series are Fact Checked with more rigour.

[@barneydenstad2148]

right. Hurricanes are renown for their 8 machine guns. no cannons afaik.

[@oneshotme]

I very much enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@manishpatel2525]

More than 1 million Indians fought for the British in WW2.

[@stuartpenman6387]

on the promise india would gain independance ,which they gained

[@manishpatel2525]

@@stuartpenman6387 It absolutely wasn't. Sorry but you're wrong on that, that's not true whatsoever, the British starved almost 2 million Indians to death during the war and took their crops to feed their own soldiers, there was no deal nor quid pro quo.

[@albatross8361]

@@manishpatel2525 But there was a widespread expectation that winning the war would result in Indian Independence, which was why the Indian National Congress and the all-volunteer Indian military fully supported the war effort. Indian movies made during the war included patriotic songs both about winning the war and about gaining independence eg दुनिया हिंदुस्तन हुमारा है from the 1943 movie 'Kismet'.

[@vaughnmojado8637]

The Sikh are a wonderful bunch of people. I’ve met many. I’ve read about them in the wars. I’ve also read about how dedicated they were as soldiers. The sad part are many people assume they are bad people.

[@BasilPunton]

That early Hurricane in the video was a Spitfire.

[@blackcountryme]

you don't pay for this content, This guy uses free video.

[@outlawflyer7868]

This was a great story, but no footage of him was shown till the very end. Hard to believe that a man as famous as him, there would be some live footage.

[@PaulSinghSelhi-VFX-TUTORIALS]

On YT do a search for Sikh fighter pilots

[@pizzmo8256]

The story is what is important, not the visual. It's not a movie. It's just a short documentary.

[@namegoeshereorhere5020]

Pretty sure there's a television interview with him on YT.

[@PaulSinghSelhi-VFX-TUTORIALS]

On YT do a search for Sikh fighter pilots

[@DavidJones-me7yr]

England seems to have a problem giving credit to others? I sometimes wonder if they remember that the US helped in World War II? The few that do remember are full of nothing but insults! 😠

[@oldesertguy9616]

His treatment by the public reminds me of the poem "Tommy." He probably would have had a different experience before the war.

[@adesmith266]

Thank you India and the other countries who helped us!!!

[@Thomas-yr9ln]

Poor Fuggy.

[@JJN1973]

Well done Dark Docs

[@peatybirchgroover]

No doubt difficult or impossible to cobble together actual footage for the edit, bit I enjoyed seeing the footage of Stanford Tuck vaulting out and in to his good ol’DT-A Hurri during the BoB. If anyone has the chance to read his auto-bio “Fly for Your Life”, do so. Its an excellent pilot’s account of thing. You would not believe the shit that man lived through. And thanks for this clip!

[@victorfinberg8595]

4:25 8 MGs OR 4 cannon

[@wbewley22]

Please stop with these awful video titles.

[@craigpennington1251]

It's not only this but all of them lately are just plain NUTS. Either it's A.I. or folks missed English Class in school.

[@Ir0nli0nzi0nzbee]

I agree! On the whole, I enjoy the videos but each and every one (for the most part) have very little to do with their title

[@starfish370]

Interesting that up to 0.37 secs you show Spitfires and not the Hurricane, a bit sloppy❗️

[@williampippy1317]

My cats breath smells like cat food

[@recceeboy1237]

And a commercial jet landing, yep.

[@recceeboy1237]

​@@williampippy1317did the cat write this for you.

[@PaulBrennan-b6m]

What a fantastic story respect to this fantastic flyer Mr Pujji it's people like this should be remembered all faith's from all backgrounds came together as ONE to fight evil for the freedom of the world 🌍 and for this man and others to be fased out of history and forgotten is shocking thankfully this exceptional fighter pilot is finally honoured with a statue and what he achieved in world 🌎 war 2 is quite remarkable R.I.P Mr Pujji total respect 🫶🤝🙏 never forgotten thank you for your service in world war 2 lest we forget 📯 we shall remember them all allied airmen 🪽🕊️

[@barneydenstad2148]

The only strange is, he preferred the Hurricane over Spitfire... Ps. He has his statue near water in a major harbor, no? I havent listened on the whole pod.

[@christopherbrodie6987]

We remember.

[@scapegoat762]

8 x.303 AND 4x20mm? NO.

[@cameraman655]

Man, the “Dark” channels are massively dropping the ball. Seriously, why splice in footage of jets 2:04 and other aircraft that did not exist in the 30s or 40s? Poor narration, inaccurate information…I’am out…

[@CanadairCL44]

Sorry, but your description of the Hurricane's armament is wrong!

[@briancooper2112]

England you messed up!

[@reYouMad]

He can't swim 😶

[@hikikomoritgu1682]

black people can't swim in general

[@ΓιαννηςΧρυσουλας-ο3ξ]

Ingle Spar Wing ???

[@waynevaughan9325]

Why is he forggten but sadi Khan gets knighted ?.

[@craigaust3306]

Wow! He flew a jet before World War II!

[@boballoon]

and a Chipmunk

[@Briselance]

12:55 And that's why you don't force your religious beliefs and traditions against the tactical and practical requirements and necessities of being a fighter pilot (or any pilot).

[@janrobertbos]

...we all, British, Dutch, French and other colonialist countries, owe a debt of gratitude to our colonial soldiers...they were too often not praised enough where praise was due...

[@Freesavh1776]

Man they moved him all over the world, & thankfully closer to his home with each move. Hey man 1 of those guys shown in the air traffic controller positions looks just like Mr. Rogers& his lovely neighborhood. 😂

[@rev.dr.davidcole8915]

A Hurricane is at a huge disadvantage against a ME-109 whatever metric you use.

[@writtenoff85yo]

'measurement'

[@rod2998]

Funny, alot of 109's went down under the guns of Hurricanes. Read the statistics before making uninformed statements!😊

[@philhawley1219]

303 (Polish) Sqn would like to disagree.

[@sharzadgabbai4408]

And your military service is? Your flying and combat experience? You’ve talked with how many RAF veterans? Gluing plastic models together in poorly ventilated bedrooms and eating top ramen doesn’t count.

[@32ModB]

The😊 Hurricane shot down more bombers😊andthe😊same😊 number of fighters😊as the Spitfire😊by any metrics😊

[@tyo8663]

Like many others in the comments, WTF? That Hurricane is more well armed than Poochie's elephant God. 😯😏

[@macmccartney5760]

He never learned to swim. Lol. Damn . I'd try hold off for any land at all

[@lordinquis8r679]

I’m ok with the titles.

[@murrayscott9546]

Some seek fame-glory. Others havvit thrust upon them.

[@liammogilevsky3045]

Bf-109s are so bad assss

[@tedenderpal1299]

Why are you showing jest airliners in a story of BoB India pilot.

[@rafalganowicz1939]

The Brits did the same thing to the Poles and Czechs right after WW2.

[@sharzadgabbai4408]

OK , editing and inaccuracies are irritating. But how many. Resources are there to even hear these stories. I’m having lunch and shopping at my Indian Store later. I. Have a new story to share with my Sikhe friends.

[@ifga16]

Decent script but outrageously inappropriate films with Corsairs and modern jet airliners.

[@norte80110]

Bro this channel tho

[@Briselance]

14:08 There just HAD to be a multicultural hue to the commemorations. That man and his peers and yet others couldn't be simply duly mentioned as coming from wherever they came from, somebody had to add the multi-this taint and inter-that BS. Something akin to the "been there from the start" sack of BBC falsehood just had to be mentioned here. Good grief. That man and the others being left in the dark, and none being invited to the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain was a shame, truly. Plain and simple. But using them to even remotely ramble about the "multicultural history" of the RAF, which was always mostly made of, well, British citizen and nationals, is simply rewriting History. And pesenting a false narrative, and not just adding due mention of unfairly forgotten men.

[@MrGivmedew]

What the click bait was this!

[@rwallis1985]

The photo shoped thumbnail is awful for this video, none of it looks real.

[@evilstorm5954]

To be fair what did he really achieve? 2 confirmed kills and shot down twice in 5 years. Pretty ordinary really.

[@grahamgordon9541]

Poor comments, the man fought for king and country when he was most needed. Respect earned and deserved.

[@evilstorm5954]

@ I agree, but not worth a video.

[@nameless4270]

​@@evilstorm5954I'd watch a video about any of them.

[@vld7850]

BIG TIME CLICK BAIT!

[@davymckeown4577]

You did mention the Great War briefly and like WW2, Indians hardly get a mention for the massive contribution they made during that conflict. One in six of the empire's troops during that conflict was from the sub-continent yet in almost every book and movie they are conspicuous by their absence. Of course troops from Africa don't fare any better, I wonder why that is?

[@patrickporter1864]

1.5 million Indians in the empire armed forces while England stood alone with dad's army. Oh yes indeed.

[@josephburke7224]

Many Indian units were detailed to medical units. Or redesiginated as medical units in the first war. Thus little if any combat awards though I am sure many died near the front during battle.

[@joellamoureux7914]

How was he strange, caise he was an Indian? What was his weakness???? He loved to fly?? I dont get it. It is a good story.

[@Lee-ey3sh]

Under a minute 😂 for once

[@Drofthechalice]

What horrors of WW1 did India see? Im not aware of anything happening on that subcontinent.

[@OC_Ripper]

Handful were in France…. Handful

[@solentbum]

Large numbers of Indian troops ended up in France and Mesopotania , many died there, and many went home injured.

[@robtaylor2549]

But many sikh fought in the trenches in WW1 , for the British Commonwealth, and around the world.

[@patrickporter1864]

Indian troops fought in norther France and in the middle East. Palestine, Egypt, and mesopotamia.

[@PaulSinghSelhi-VFX-TUTORIALS]

@@OC_Ripper The largest volunteer army this planet has ever see fought for the British..the Indian Volunteer Army

[@mingfanzhang4600]

😅

[@MichaelCampin]

If as you suggest that title the wokey dokey brigade would have a nightmare

[@OC_Ripper]

Moments after saying only 26 Sikhs in the group and only 2 survivors and there’s crying about no recognition and forgetting about them…. Again 2 survived 26 showed, he was shot down at least twice and only had downed two planes. wtf is there to remember or kiss ass about?

[@sharzadgabbai4408]

Seriously? He commanded units that made GROUP contributions and personally located the 300 lost men. War isn’t a video game you reboot after some kid in Idaho flames your online arse repeatedly .

[@ursus9104]

And as a thank you to all the Sikhs who fought and died for the British Commonwealth, the British took the Sikhs' most sacred shrines and artifacts which they refuse to return to this day! It is shameful! 🪯🇮🇳