The Life-Changing Journey Of Being Selected As A Gurkha | Forces TV

[@mickymantle3233]

Back in 1994 I caught serious Dysentery in Nepal in the middle of nowhere. I was so weak I had laid down to die when I felt someone slapping my face. It was a Gurkha in uniform. "British"? "British" ? I nodded, and this amazing guy slung me on his back and ran over a mile & a half to a village from where the British Consular flew in and took me to a hospital in Kathmandu ! I never did get his name...but owe him my life !

[@gordonlam2757]

luck you man .

[@mickymantle3233]

@MegaContented me no suck. You suck !

[@me.crunchy7181]

@MegaContented England is no longer a monopoly nation with spheres of influence. It also does not suck the life of latino americans since that population is low in the U.K, either your thinking of the U.S or fail to realize that englad is a literal ocean away.

[@michealmcveigh]

I’m an African Canadian I born in a hospital in Kathmandu such a beautiful country

[@seanwood8883]

Wow, what a story, and what an hero too 👏

[@mabindrasubba3575]

I am a Ex British Gurkha Soldier and proud of everything, everything

[@Modelstl063]

Mabindra Subba our country should have given you automatic citizenship

[@alfonsonussbaumer3485]

Greatest people

[@minstrelofMir]

thank you,respect ...

[@praetorxian]

Emiliano Zapata OK ‘Zapata’, I’m sure your Spanish Conquistador forefathers had zero blood on their hands...

[@davidwillis44]

@@RyanCantBall we americans dont care if our enemies think we are genocidal. Hes speaking from fear. If he thinks yall bad he definitely dont want to see is coming.

[@thelugoffgamecock792]

I serve here in America with several Nepalese Soldiers. Incredible warriors. I would fight alongside of them anywhere at anytime! Very humble people as well.

[@suniladhikari4905]

The Lugoff Gamecock where u stationed at ??

[@ngawanglama1009]

thank you bro from nepal

[@bikashtimalsina4514]

@@suniladhikari4905 that's got to be classified don't you think?

[@suniladhikari4905]

Vik-tim it’s not classified .

[@WHANAUPEACE]

Indeed.

[@oscarthegrouch8992]

As a retired US Navy SEAL I have always had mad respect for the Nepali Gurkha- this video is a great tribute to these fine young warriors 🇺🇸 🇳🇵

[@mshatters28]

The finest soldiers and most polite men, respect from Oxford.

[@EarthAngel504]

No they're simply Slaves willing to die for a Colonizing Queen who subjugated them.

[@jannydj2393]

Jaygo ok

[@alecblunden8615]

@@EarthAngel504 They are respected volunteers in both British and Indian service. You,on the other hand, are just plain sick. Grow up.

[@elliotwhite8671]

@@EarthAngel504 best soldiers I've ever met, and since when were slaves willing?

[@EthanThomson]

@@EarthAngel504 nobody held a gun to their head and forced them into service. even at the start of Gurkha service in the british army, they were volunteers

[@Ash26Ken13]

I'm a US Army, Retired, Master Sergeant and watching the raw emotions of these young men who were selected I became emotional. God Bless these young Gurkha warriors.

[@devilsgaming8186]

Yes it's very emotional indeed , when we remember those days

[@Love.life.ashigzoya]

Colonial legacy and exploitation of poverty . Shame to British .

[@Ash26Ken13]

@@Love.life.ashigzoya I am sure the Gurkhas and their families would disagree with you sir.

[@patrickjeow]

@@Love.life.ashigzoya No body force them to join. Is an honour to serve in one of the best army and I am sure you don’t understand.

[@tamkin007]

@@Love.life.ashigzoya you forgot to mention India. And Nobody is asking them to join. I'm sure you will donate to them so they don't feel the need to join.....

[@walterbatch5296]

THERE SHOULD ALWAYS BE A HOME FOR THESE BRAVE AND LOYAL MEN AND THEIR FAMILIES IN THIS COUNTRY.

[@CoolnCarin5241]

@ Yes, Thnak You Sir. I believer her father served with the Gorkha Rifles and she grew up around bases. So, she had the utmost respect for the Gurkhas. A very sad state of affair, while people from other countries got Visas handed out to them for free. Our Gurkha brothers, despite shedding their sweat and blood for decades, still struggled to get a Citizienship.

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

Their amazing sacrifices and bravery go largely ignored yet we let all sorts of riff-raff into the UK who only intend us harm: These men's only crime is to be associated with the British Army which seems to be a dirty word amongst the metropolitan elite. These guys are welcome to have a drink with me anytime.👍🏻

[@temptemp4174]

Walter Batch no, no brown kick em out -BNP

[@FlgOff044038]

They are welcome in Australia.

[@tsar_zo8007]

@@CoolnCarin5241 Nope, whites don't have it easy either. It's the brown refugees Muslims that have it easy

[@bosvigos9165]

My dad was a WO1 RSM. His WW2 was Burma. He said always that the Gurkhas were utterly fearless, always so respectful, and full of humour and warmth. He said it was his great privilege to have served with them.

[@RadioYui]

"If a man says he isn't afraid at war, he's either lying or he's a Gurkha"

[@Dperez67]

Dying*

[@raghavjajoo1047]

Said by Sir Same Manekshaw former indian general of army 🇳🇵🇮🇳

[@Userpj001]

By Sam Manekshaw , Chief of INDIAN Army Staff 🇮🇳❤️🇮🇳

[@nishantroy4271]

I've seen some Gurkhas during my service. These guys face death with a smile on their faces. I pity the enemy who got to face them

[@grimaldo99]

B.S. nobody is afraid of war!!! But everybody is afraid of dying!!! I dont care who you are.

[@vickersvc]

I am ex military, and i am so very proud of the young men from Nepal, they should all have automatic citizenship after their service.

[@Whoami691]

They do. As do their families.

[@benz4399]

And should get equal pay and pensions

[@Demun1649]

They don't all get it, nor do their families. This Tory government is applying their racist regulations to keep as many of the Nepalese out. They don't want more brown-skinned people in their lovely, white nation.

[@simonvance8054]

💯🎯

[@SpikeyOfficial]

Every British person worth their salt knows how amazing and appreciated the Gurkhas are to us all. You are all warriors and deserve the upmost respect

[@Oscarcat2212]

The whole world regard them with respect both for their fighting skills and for their integrity.

[@bobwin1307]

After they risked their lives for your country. What does your people mean for their country? All these years these Gurkha fight for your country why is it their country is still poor? British are abusing these people.

[@Oscarcat2212]

@@bobwin1307 Yours is the first negative comment.

[@antonioinoa6961]

@@bobwin1307 the British owe them nothing. It's all a contract. For serving on behalf of the British Army and possibly dying for Them, in exchange you get free passage into living in the UK indefinitely. Seems pretty fair. The internal problems of nepal is not the the UK'S problem.

[@leafysfishing]

Yep 100% respect to the gurkas.. been with with us 200 years

[@impracticaltactics]

I worked with some Gurkhas when I was in the middle east. An outstanding group of military professionals. I thank them for the work they did with us 🇺🇸🇳🇵

[@SuiSSe-Torture-Prisonniers-CH]

These Ghurka boys are just as fanatic as the Hitler Youth and ready to blindly execute any order to go and kill someone, the Empire doesn't like; watch video "Octogon The Empire of Darkness" on channel "Giureh".

[@sebby324]

🇬🇧

[@stefthorman8548]

@mrwonder2857 cope harder, i guess the French foreign legion is also an "slave army" to you, not like the army of your country is as good.

[@satwikaman2708]

They are so so polite. They even address the reporter as Ma'am. Believe me, they are like this all through their lives.

[@urbanimmortalculitvator6652]

on the field, they are the first to arrive and the last to leave

[@paulwhiting7893]

As a veteran i can always remember the gurkhas as the best fighting force we have the privilege to serve alongside. Also i always have the greatest respect for them .

[@shuvamgautam1794]

the boy at 12:29 wearing hoodi is my elder brother i am soo proud of him

[@chucklebutt4470]

That's so awesome. :) Is English taught in schools in Nepal at a young age? I imagine access to schools is limited.

[@TheRealBleach]

Nice

[@binodshrestha1703]

@@chucklebutt4470 it is like a normal schools yes they teach english from nursery

[@GR7M_]

@@nadlax5920 they way he text proved that he doesn't speak fluently,that should be good enough.

[@heisenberg1725]

Rojan thapa haina

[@Dianchi]

Very old Brit here. May your God Bless You. We love all our service men and women but we have a special place in our hearts for The Ghurkas.

[@camrenwick]

I'm a veteran now. When I was serving in the British Army. One word comes to mind about the Gurkhas: "Excellent"

[@selwynowen6213]

Respect

[@SuiSSe-Torture-Prisonniers-CH]

These Ghurka boys are just as fanatic as the Hitler Youth and ready to blindly execute any order to go and kill someone, the Empire doesn't like; watch video "Octogon The Empire of Darkness" on channel "Giureh".

[@quackatoa6105]

you murdered kids. you're a disgrace to our country

[@selwynowen6213]

@@jochenarweiler9909 this journey for these young men is a big life changing experience for them. I take it that you didn’t serve in the forces, with that attitude towards these men. As all of the men and women who served have nothing but respect for these men.

[@wolfgang4368x]

​@mrwonder2857like you!

[@Harrythepot]

These guys are what our army needs. They want to be here! Massive respect! My brother served alongside gurkas in Afghanistan they are nails!! The yanks loved them as well.

[@patmooney1407]

Harrythepot: Yessir, can confirm, yankee approved.

[@EarthAngel504]

Lets be honest dude.. These are Slaves who are now fighting and willing to die for a White Queen and her White country men way on the other side of the world who they'd never meet or be allowed to migrate to, because they were subjugated and colonized long time ago..

[@harrysparke6277]

Jaygo how are they slaves if they chose to join the army and are payed to do it? Think

[@EarthAngel504]

@@harrysparke6277 You're telling me to think, when you are the one who spelled paid, "payed" lmao.

[@liammorris1018]

@@EarthAngel504 Or they are offered the chance at a better life due to a remarkable legacy left behind from their forefathers due to their amazing fighting prowess a legacy that in turn has produced some of the finest fighting men the world has ever seen. I'm betting you're an over-priviledged ethnic minority bitter at the country you were born in for providing you with greater opportunities, opportunities you snubbed your nose at and now take it out on others for taking the opportunities provided too them.

[@MarkJones1751]

Utmost respect for these guys. A regiment I would always be very glad to have alongside me.

[@thatkoalabear]

Mark Jones that’s right mate 🤩👍🏻👍🏻 I agree much respect for these men and the UK

[@abhyudaysinghparmar6055]

Yeah Himalayan dogs r of top notch quality, recommended to everyone

[@SakuraChan-hr4xt]

@@abhyudaysinghparmar6055 dogs? What?

[@abhyudaysinghparmar6055]

@@SakuraChan-hr4xt see ppl like them r the very reason for colonization of indian subcontinent.

[@aniruddpokhrel3168]

@@abhyudaysinghparmar6055 bruh, you have a serious mental condition or you are a serious dumb internet geek.

[@ServusDei74]

Retired Airborne Ranger. Having served in the 75th Ranger Regiment in various capacities throughout my career, being tested over and over again, watching these young men being tested, and rising to the challenge, brings so much emotion up within me. The pure emotion that is evident in these young warriors brings tears of joy to my eyes. The Gurkhas are a storied and very respected unit, and those who earn the privilege of calling themselves Ghurkas are true warriors! God be with these men.. Rangers Lead The Way!! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼🫡🫡🫡

[@MikeHunt-c5p]

Airborne !

[@merrick926]

i work with a lot of Nepali. they are so nice and respectful.

[@orrenuirui2775]

@mero maya beylght ko khaire ho ra bolamaya amar 6 I see you everywhere

[@greyman6353]

With the lack of nutrition, almost no healthcare, daily hardship and back breaking labour these young men have been survivors since birth.

[@rebeccamcgibbon3922]

As a born and bred Brit, I just want to say a HUGE thank you to all the Gurkhas that have chosen to fight with the British. I'm so immensely proud of you and you deserve every respect. Much Love xx

[@brianfreeman8290]

I watch with tears in my eyes. I've spent time in Nepal, also have served on attachment to the Gurkha. My love and admiration exceeds my power of expression. Namaste.

[@bro-ob8fu]

"The politest of soldiers, the most ferocious of fighters"

[@legstitchedtigerftw2455]

bro afghans wipe there ass with gurkas

[@sam-2341]

LegStitchedTiger Ftw 😂😂😂😂😂

[@yousonrai3933]

bro namamdmmdms

[@peanutdust1053]

@@legstitchedtigerftw2455 I thought afgans used there hands to wipe their arse.

[@merrick6484]

No Afghan can wipe their asses, unless they took the American boot from it first.

[@bearsagainstevil]

we are so lucky to have these wonderful people willing to join the British army, I would give any Gurkha uk citizenship if they wanted it you are our brothers

[@amiirabarka9448]

british isn’t a race it’s an empire or kingdom you are not british by blood even if you live in the uk you do a dna test you will be English welsh or Scottish maybe mixed with other Europeans or anyone really in 2020, the british empire is not a race anyone can be british and anyone can join the british army or fight alongside it. I will join british army in future.

[@mr.8999]

@@amiirabarka9448 he never said it was a race

[@satanicboxer562]

No not anyone can be British it’s not your right.The the problem with this country today you have too many people calling themselves British when they haven’t done or do anything to justify the title.I’ll not listen to any foreigner telling me what it is to be British thanks .

[@jan2000nl]

@@satanicboxer562Absolutely right. Only those living generationally on benefits are true Brits.

[@bluelinc]

My father fought with them in the first world war and was full of admiration for them. I agree that they should have automatic citizenship if they want it

[@stevelee4952]

My son is an officer in the Ghurka Rifles and is never surprised by these wonderful men and their absolute devotion to Britain.

[@rabbitazteca23]

We are NOT Britsh both genetically and culturally. We do it bc life back home is impoverished. Sorry but i don't have enough loyalty to a foreign country to die for it with no compensation. Surely u understand.

[@LaurenceOConnor-fg4dk]

You take starving people and abuse them for your wars. Typical English cur behaviour.

[@mrwideboy]

Be british, i have so much respect for the Nepalese people. They are all wellcome in the uk. Love you nepal

[@benz4399]

And yea pay these Gorkha soldiers same as British soldiers. These are not your Colonial slaves

[@customer7903]

My father was a British naval doctor during the second world war in the Far East and never spoke of his experiences there apart from his respect and admiration for the Gurkas and saw them in action. While I did not join the military my memory of his words have stayed with me over 50 years later and I also admire and support these wonderful people. Thank you

[@santasubba4225]

Absolutely true❤

[@prasun911]

as a nepali, this comment section almost made me tear up 💙

[@genderfluidsneutral4591]

maybe, god knows what the current government thinks. praise to Gurkha

[@gho95]

As a Brit I can only respect you and your people. You lot are alright in our eyes

[@straightsilver3823]

Love from Australia.

[@elkaotik6790]

The Gurkhas and Nepalese people will forever be respected by the british people and for very good reason.

[@deanfernandez3118]

@@elkaotik6790 Thanks mate greetings from Nepal 🇳🇵❤️🇬🇧

[@manjulataupadhyay7910]

My name is yuvraj from India 🇮🇳 They are also In Indian Army from above 100 years Called "The Gorkha Regiment"

[@rajnarayansah01]

From 1816 , bro.

[@Arnavprobutnoob2]

@@rajnarayansah01he means how long the Gurkhas served in India not Britain

[@carldowd406]

My Father worked with Indian Gorkhas and I worked with Ex Gorkhas, BATTLE Hard 👍👍👍

[@capowable]

Wow. “Son is always better than the father” At a leadership course they said always push the next generation to be better.

[@Arcaryon]

Aye. That one was impressive.

[@ducc995]

Yes, that's true. We're highly pressured to do best, I don't know a single Nepali person who hasn't taken the 11+ exam. Oh, and one more thing: if you're a boy, you'll get [slightly] sexist comments, like "Only girls cry" and "Boys aren't stagefright" and well, no boy wants to be classified as a girl here.

[@thisisntsergio1352]

My father was better than my grandfather. I am better than my father. My son will be better than me. Hopefully. Poor men can only get richer. Rich men can only get richer. But rich men weren't always rich. Their sons have always been rich. That is why poor sons are better than their fathers. The mindset of poor men has more room for improvement. My father knows this. I know this. My son will know this.

[@DeDaux]

@@ducc995 its not just Nepal

[@williamwallace4080]

@@thisisntsergio1352 That's how I feel. I wasn't born rich but well-off. My father works at the European Space Agency, my grandfather never finished school (also due to the war). They are/were both hardworking and intelligent. I'm as intelligent but I work a lot less than them because my life doesn't depend on it. Hopefully I'll be able to change. I studied a lot until 18 and then I sort of let go.

[@marvinc999]

The only 'foreigners' whom the British would never DREAM of calling 'foreigners' !

[@FlgOff044038]

The British rejected their settlement, Australia welcomed them.

[@marvinc999]

@@FlgOff044038 "The British rejected their settlement," Oddly enough, I don't recall my being consulted............................. So, WHICH 'British' are you referring to, I wonder ? In any case, you ARE rather missing the point !

[@willytheekid]

One of the most loved and respected fighting forces in the world! Kia Kaha! Much respect from your friends New Zealand ❤

[@DrumsTheWord]

16:56 was real friendship. I love it.

[@nigelcarter9503]

I also have the utmost respect for these guys. Servants of the Queen and, have given us undying service to the UK. I could not do their selection to join. We owe them a debt of gratitude.

[@silvertain1978]

worked along side these lads numerous times, so nice and polite from sgt major down even to me as a private , to think the UK treated the Ghurka veterans the way they did for years is a disgrace!

[@biswashgurung89]

The emotions on these young men tells thousands stories.

[@musicfriend2051]

Biswash Gurung than tell me one of them.

[@bibekmainali3682]

Straight from internet.

[@aaronfricker2526]

My father was in the british military and has the upmost respect for the ghurkas, and i do too. He told me a story where him and a few of his buddies were travelling by vehicle, whilst they took an hour break, a squad of ghurkas marched past. 6 hours later, after driving for hours, they passed the same group of ghurkas, still marching at the same speed. He explained that it must be humanly impossible for them to have been so far ahead whilst they were driving so long. He told me that out of all of the people he had the pleasure to experience and meet, the ghurkas were the most motivating and inspiring. He said their respect for britain and their role was far greater than any local GB soldier. Respect to the ghurkas, the best.

[@thischarmingman2990]

It’s lovely to see the love for the Gurkhas still strong from the uk people. Respect

[@elcid5447]

My father served in Burma during WW2 and he told me that these were the best fighting troops in the world and the ones you would want fighting by your side. Polite, respectful and deadly.

[@Tana1499]

I was privileged enough to help teach a gurkha company scuba diving in Borneo, although I myself am British. A fantastic sense of humour to a man; among the nicest, friendliest and most accepting group of people I've ever met - the major even paid for my drinks on the final night when we all went to the bar! The UK is truly lucky to have such fearsome professional warriors defending her. However, it must be said that as scary as they can be on land, water may be their achilles heel ahaha

[@ellas9206]

My impression of them was exactly the same.

[@quiet7632]

@David Willby lol. Look up the, as expected at this point, scummy treatment of Gorkha vets by the British.

[@ypsilon5277]

I was attached to the 1st 2nd Gurkha Brigade in Malaya and Singapore......The most incredible and courageous men in the world. An experience never to be forgotten. They deserve the respect and admiration afforded them......

[@walterbatch5296]

GREAT TO HAVE SUCH BRAVE AND LOYAL MEN IN OUR BRITISH ARMED FORCES. LONG MAY THEY SURVIVE.

[@nicholasangel4582]

MET THESE GUYS, ELDERS. THE MOST HUMBLE AND RESPECTFUL HUMANS IVE EVER MET.!!

[@scottmurray5600]

Every time I meet a Gurkha soldier(or ex soldier) I am overwhelmed by their modesty, polite attitude and friendliness. Wonderful banter and warm hearts. I hope the new recruits thoroughly enjoy their time in the British Army.

[@KingSloth]

Ex Army here and currently serving in the RAF. Some of the best soliders I ever worked with were Gurkas. Dedicated to working and getting the mission completed. Respect to all that join for Nepal.

[@tonyjonesbassoonwhippet2271]

Thank you for your service! Respect m8 🙏

[@johnbaldock6353]

As a Brit can i just say How Proud we are of you as a Country and as a Fighting Force! Welcome to you all.🇬🇧❤️

[@urbanimmortalculitvator6652]

at least give them citizenship after retirement, or you only let them do the dirty work

[@wooooo0oo]

my dad was a gurkha (now retired) and he always tells me stories about how hard he had to work to become one. i owe all my respect to my dad, he joined the gurkhas at 17, left home at 18 and worked so hard to bring me and my mother to the UK. i have a long line of family from the gurkhas, from both of my grandpas to my uncles. maddening respect to all of them.

[@buzakchini]

Your Father was slave of UK

[@davidmarjason4222]

You be joining the Gurkhas one day? 😏

[@archiemitchell8426]

You're more than welcome, young man. Served beside Gurkhas in Far East. Great soldiers. Great friends but BAD ENEMIES.

[@paultonks6956]

Huge respect to your father for his service and devotion to duty and his family.

[@archiemitchell8426]

Served beside them, fantastic soldiers and also GREAT PEOPLE.

[@tombucci3015]

As a young man I'm always happy when i see young people striving to succeed. I wish you all the very best in life. Love from Nigeria

[@DrumsTheWord]

Fair play to you too, Tom. Wise words indeed.

[@nomadicsoul34]

I love the Gurkhas, so proud to have them as part of the British nation! Great people and great warriors. A credit to both nations !

[@benzei2003]

I have been with them on a mission once and I was really impressed. Not only excellent soldiers, they are extremely humble and united

[@AngusMacKinnon-xm5ko]

AND THEY ARE LOYAL TO THE LAST DROP OF THEIR BLOOD!!!!

[@windbreaker57]

I'm neither Nepalese nor British, but I love the Gurkhas.

[@fatboysgarage7984]

Same. My ex was in the British Army and says the Gurkha are not only feirce fighters in combat, but also some of the most humble people out there.

[@NickMusselle]

Worked with these guys a few times on ops, fantastic sense of humour, plus their goat curries are second to none, respect.

[@papasgrogreens9054]

That literally broke my heart to hear that there whole family depends on them to make it being that it will change there lives for the best, and to find out only 4% out of 10 thousand only make it, DAMN!!!

[@tofu_desu8574]

It brings tears to my eyes watching this, the amount of hard work is immense.

[@pbird5351]

@17:32 is the best. The pride and happiness just comes pouring through the screen.

[@frannieswannie6046]

agreed. greetings from south africa

[@generaladvance5812]

These men are incredible. Glad to have them with us. It was a disgrace that at one time they didn't get automatic right to live with us too.

[@whatthearthur8660]

The government rather give pakistan more options

[@richardpatten4609]

Agreed! They at least deserve the respect of being given citizenship of the country they fight for. Maybe they do now, I don't know. I would hope that they do have that right now!

[@richardpatten4609]

My reply was to Dave Moore!

[@greywolf271]

@@whatthearthur8660 Yep. Or the Saudis

[@DrumsTheWord]

Superb soldiers. Wonderfully humble and sweet people. Teenagers unlike those in Britain...these young lads could really educate the teenagers here. I am very proud that these soldiers choose to live and fight here. You are very welcome.

[@prayul69]

Hm

[@kevnwarriner8819]

It depends on the Teenagers, when I was in Britain in the 80's and 90's while serving in the US Army I met some hard working young Men and Women who were humble and eager to learn and there still are some like that, but that's probably because they were brought up properly and not (As my Grandfather, a WW2 Army Officer would say) dragged up or not given the guidance and discipline that they need from a young age

[@aymonfoxc1442]

@@kevnwarriner8819 Good on you for not giving in to 'ageism' against the young. I think that there will always be good young people, just as there always has been. Most Iraq and Afghanistan veterans volunteered knowing that they would go to war afterall, and everybody then was saying that young people have no respect and are selfish. Many in the older generations naturally turn against youth; it’s just nature and humanity's inert tribalism at work. People tend to be drawn to similarity and dislike difference.

[@lesleymcshanemitchell9651]

Indeed Ive always said 2 years National Service for British Teenagers.. Part of it by being trained By a Gurka. Disciple/Courage/Intergrity. Well respect them

[@executivepreviledge]

Please don't mention our young ones aka teenagers. Don't let me start....please I beg of you lolol.

[@kulchetri6372]

One of the bravest soliders in the world 🌎🌎🌍 Proud to be a Gorkha ✊

[@richardsmith553]

‘This is a Regiment I deeply respect as one of the best! For me welcomed British citizens and deserving of every benefit that it could bring. Thank you 👍🏻

[@urbanimmortalculitvator6652]

hard to imagine this has been going on for 200 years, dedication to a belief at its finest

[@classicjonesy]

The stories of these brave men, is one of the reasons why I want to visit Nepal and experience it as a tourist for sure. So much respect. Love from New Zealand.

[@classicjonesy]

@ Aw thank you for your kind words :)

[@toont6749]

True warriors loved and respected by the British our brothers

[@opticnerve8927]

These lads are what made GB 🇬🇧 I know a few of these guys from rugby days honest, smart, tough best guys to have with you in a tight spot.

[@damienfrancois5703]

Human wolverines... Can't be tougher than the Gurkhas! I will be visiting Nepal for the 15th time in less than 2 months, to climb Lhotse. I know a few Gurkas and have lots of respect for them! JAYA MAHAKALI, AYO GORKHALI!

[@ernestkj]

I have the chance and honor to train alongside with a platoon of gurkha soldiers in 2001, their fitness and focus pales everyone else on the field!

[@marcusw2680]

I mean just look at these guys they put everything they have into joining it means so much to them and there family’s unbelievable. Just makes me love these guys even more

[@simonvance8054]

I feel sorry for them that their choices are so limited in Nepal…because they seem like great people. Gotta love these guys! The 14 Peaks documentary brought me here, which is about a former Gurkha who broke 6 world records climbing the 14 highest mountains in 6 months and 6 days. Not only that he risked his life rescuing two other climbers who were in serious trouble…saying that while he was in the military no one got left behind. A testimony to his amazing courage, integrity and strength of character. One of the most amazing things I’ve ever seen and I highly recommend everyone to see this…

[@TechGaming45]

I had the pleasure of serving along side 2 Gurkhas in Iraq.

[@user-jg6bu2jx8y]

Thank you for you’re service!

[@atharali1027]

And both are dead now ahhahahah

[@williamkeith8944]

@@atharali1027 is a computer commando with no balls

[@ripudamankatoch4647]

@@williamkeith8944 or you could say he is a computer jihadist

[@hardmcshaft5665]

Athar Ali a world with less people with a name like you is what they were fighting for

[@imlila03]

The most polite and the most fiercest army.... well said 👏🏻👏🏻

[@robertnewell4054]

Appreciate the irony of a Scotsman being tasked as Officer In Command of English Language

[@RS-jh2kl]

They couldn't find an Englishman since Scot and Gurkhas serve in disproportionate amounts.

[@robertnewell4054]

@H.W Bullion ...... incorrect Sir. The Scotts have purposely tweaked & torqued the language to fit their “Irritation” with the English. Example: Laird, Blether, Wheesht ,Greet, Crabbit, Eedjit, Mingin', Swatch ..... are all uniquely Scotts English.

[@robertnewell4054]

@H.W Bullion ..... A better example would’ve been a Jamaican Rude•Boy..... or a Aussie Bogan. English is a language that was forced on the Scotts. Their original language is Scottish Gaelic... and as such they use lots of Gaelic & Slang that has created a very unique Scottish form of English. Scotts, Irish, Welsh, Manx, Devon, etc are Celts. Be careful for the PLAB on the floor

[@robertnewell4054]

@H.W Bullion ..... nice cut & paste but your cognitive dissonance & need to “feel correct” has only validated everything I stated. It’s okay to admit that your view point was in error & your comparisons were flaccid.

[@preddes6522]

@@RS-jh2kl lovely jab back😂

[@joseguilhermesoares543]

Went to visit The Gurkha Museum in Winchester and the lady in the entrance asked me if I knew what a Gurkha was? I answered that it was a guy this high (my arm extended near my shoulders) with a kukri knife and very dangerous. She just answered "Welcome" . I just never get tired of hearing stories about the Gurkhas. Best Regards from Brazil.

[@joandar1]

Jose, I do not know if this is true or a wild story, it goes along these lines. There is a bunch of Gurkha Soldiers preparing for a mission that they have to be flown to, when asked if they were willing to jump out of the plane there was a short conversation between the Gurkha's and they said yes we will jump as long as the plane is no higher than 200 feet above the ground! They then found out that the plane had to be higher than that and they were reluctant. They were then told they would have Parachutes and all was good with the Gurkha soldiers then. I am sure this was a joke, however their Bravery is without Question in my thoughts. John, Australia. PS 200 Feet is about 61 Meters.

[@scottmurray5600]

They are the warmest, funniest, soulful, generous and genuine folk I've ever met. I keep meeting them in Yorkshire at bike rallies.

[@DarshanGajjarFilms]

Which regiment were they from near yorkshire?

[@whiskeytango1744]

From the hills of Nepal to becoming one of the world's most professional soldiers. Much respect to the Gurkhas from the USA!

[@colingoldthorpe5918]

We owe them a debt of gratitude that will never be paid for. Truly remarkable soldiers that anyone who’s worn the uniform will tell you. They used to be the enemy force at Brecon when I did SCBC they were machines especially when it came to walking with equipment up the mountains. Head down and up they would go, always smiling. Massive massive respect for them.

[@MelanieMaguire]

Legendary elite forces. Thanks and much respect from Gloucestershire, UK.

[@mr.chibiterasu2956]

These guys are literally the in between of normal rank and file troops and special forces. Their ferocity back in WW2 is testament to how disciplined and determined they can be in battle.

[@benstormbadass1936]

Too all Gurkha’s thank you very much for serving Great Britain 🇬🇧 You are great fighters . May God always look over you in battle and protect you . We British people respect you . 🇬🇧🙏🏻👍🏻🇬🇧

[@usmanhassan7697]

Never walk alone...✌🏾

[@bigyansubba3223]

You'll Never walk Alone.

[@leo-rf7ef]

Ur god need gorkha, gorkha don't need anything

[@lilykhandker4126]

They do NOT serve. They get paid If they wanted to serve they would have joined the Nepalese army

[@SuiSSe-Torture-Prisonniers-CH]

These Ghurka boys are just as fanatic as the Hitler Youth and ready to blindly execute any order to go and kill someone, the Empire doesn't like; watch video "Octogon The Empire of Darkness" on channel "Giureh".

[@Whoami691]

Nothing but respect for them. Giving them and their families a home here is the least we can do for their service. Some of the best soldiers in the world. 🇳🇵 🇬🇧

[@lynchy3562]

I know what you mean. I live near Aldershot/Farnborough and it’s swamped with their grandparents just roaming around the towns

[@superjohnnygamble6328]

@@lynchy3562 And your point is!

[@philliphall8792]

So proud we have these brave loyal warriors in our military....👍🇬🇧

[@saugat1nonly488]

British Mentality: We couldn’t colonize them, let’s recruit them.

[@Anglo-Brit]

Not really, they won the war.

[@sushanthmg885]

Untold Story they won a war but they didn’t conquer Nepal nor colonized it. And his comment mentions about can’t colonize not won or lose war. They were impressed so they decided to make a treaty and recruit them. The treaty is sugauly treaty you can search.

[@yangerjamir0906]

I would say that's smart thinking. The loyalty of the Gorkhas to the British AF is legendary.

[@DEEN133]

Positive thinking 😁🇬🇧

[@minimeme020]

British mentality....f*ck their good, want them on our side next time. Ultimate sign of respect imho.

[@adityanair3673]

In India there is a Famous Quote " If A Person Says He is Not afraid of Dying Either he is Lying or He is a Gorkha "

[@pking987]

That was Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw's saying...

[@vishwaskarmarkar9932]

It was late FM Sam Bahadur, Manekshaw who first said it.

[@rtmvlx9157]

Nepalese are very hard working people indeed, it's in their genes. There is no such word calling them lethargy. In fact, they are very active & strong with outstanding stamina.

[@alexbolton9492]

the Gurkhas are so cool. i went to Catterick for a taster day after passing my AC and we'd see them marching around camp. they look so menacing and intimidating. thank god theyre on our side

[@tae-whankim9821]

As former ROK soldier, other than spec-ops, Gurkha's are the only force we don't want to go hand-to-hand if possible.

[@WHANAUPEACE]

I remember joining the NZ Army in the early 80's at age 20. 37 years ago. I'm now 57. I'm the only one in my family that joined the Army. My Grandfather was a soldier in the legendary 28th (Māori) Battalion. He saw combat in the Battle of Cassino, Italy. I was so grateful to represent my Grandfather at the 75th Anniversary of Cassino in 2019. I recall thoroughly enjoying the whole basic training. So much so I completed TF Basic training followed by RF Basic training. Today in COVID 19 2020, I still serve and still very much enjoy the Army. I'm glad I joined. I know nothing else. I dread the day I have to leave. Sadly that day is soon. But the hope, come that day, is that I secure a job as a civilian employee within the NZDF. ONWARD (for there is no turning back). Nil Sine Labore (Nothing without labour) Mā Ngā Hua Tū Tangata (By our actions we are known).

[@darveshzamindar]

IF A PERSON SAYS THAT HE IS NOT AFRAID OF DEATH HE IS EITHER LYING OR HE IS A GURKHA. JAI MAHAKALI AAYO GURKHALI. THEY ARE WONDERFUL PEOPLE. GOD BLESS THEM.

[@pubggameplay6994]

gareeb kashmiri but it's wrong bro I'm also Gorkha soldier and I'm afraid of dying but it's our rule to either fight or die in war. We can't go back and hide like cowards that's what many people says that but aren't we humans who don't have feelings

[@legstitchedtigerftw2455]

gareeb kashmiri afghans wipe there ass with gurkas

[@latslarsson2001]

@@legstitchedtigerftw2455 ? dude

[@karenblackadder1183]

@@pubggameplay6994 The Gurkhas are just a lot braver than most of us.

[@satchitanand8606]

@@legstitchedtigerftw2455 lol afghans never fight a single war straight forwardly they hide behind innocent peoples. Other wise afghans will not longer stand against these elite Gurkhas for 1week

[@DavidGirling]

My Dad fought in WWII and said that he only felt safe when the Gurkhas were alongside him, lovely people, always polite, always helpful, and brave beyond words.

[@purnaraj1391]

The soldiers, among with whom, Price harry feels safe n secure even in red zone of Afaganistan, that is GURKHA.... a big salute n respect to GURKHAS..😊😊😊

[@santasubba4225]

Even the late PM of Singapore felt the same and love for Gurkhas

[@gangoffour6690]

Price Harry. Great one 👌

[@auggiewilliams3565]

Mausam and I were classmates in middle school. A few years back, probably 5 or 6, he was featured in a documentary similar to this and he was an applicant back then going through the selection process. Here, he is the instructor welcoming the new boys at the British airport. Life changes so fast.

[@skeletordanzig4999]

My grandfather was stationed with Gurkhas at the suez canal and talked about them with reverence quite often, I can't repeat what he said in polite company ,suffice to say they were scary as satan when they decided to be! Great guys outside of that!

[@gavinross2471]

That’s one of the amazing thing about them, there’s no bravado, no machismo, but man for man best infantry in the world. Ferocious and fearless.

[@pjsava2603]

my.papa was in the British Army during the second world served in middle east ,yemen malaysia borneo n singapour with the Gurkhas regiment his moto never give up no fear to kill n destroyed your enemy without them notice for the Queen n country he was from Mauritius survival was the key to the team stories he told me still top secret to this day even thou i served 3 yrs in.the Royal navy 1964 no fear for nothing not even death i promise to serve the Queen n country n protect all our commarade n citizen unconditionally so be it God bless the Queen of England

[@jamesonlowe7602]

I’m a veteran of the U.S. military and I can say that even in America, we speak of the Gurkhas is the highest regard! These men are real life mythical beings! There is so much respect for these soldiers throughout the world. I wish all of them who chose this journey the best.

[@Matthew-hb9ff]

Facts

[@Endo-Markoep]

Uraa 🇷🇺

[@jwgolf5442]

My father was the Garrison Engineer for The Gurkha's at the HQ in Kathmandu, lived there for four years and you couldn't meet a nicer bunch of people.

[@backchat8086]

I have Nepalese friends and was privileged to be on charge of 50 of them as an expat in HK. Great people with big hearts.

[@markbanner6473]

The British forces, the Soldiers, and the British public in general have high respect for the Gurkha's. My Dear late Grandad fought alongside these warriors in WW2 he spoke highly of them, and their fighting prowess. You want these guys on your side. If my Grandad says that they are great men then that is the case!

[@upadhyayrathiraj1518]

Thank God that there is some respect for those who save the grand a$$ of the British Crown 😂 Always depend upon others to save Britain?

[@markbanner6473]

@@upadhyayrathiraj1518 Lol. You clearly received a U for history exams. :D

[@sameermadhwal4218]

My whole family is serving in the gorkha rifles. And I know how cool they young recruit are 😊❤. Love From bharat ❤

[@jimscott1717]

My father fought in North Africa, Arnhem and then Europe. He always said the Ghurkas were the best soldiers anywhere, ever

[@liammorris1018]

One of the most if not the most respected and feared military regiments in the world.

[@oysterman250]

It's impossible not to feel crushed for those lads who are turned away at any point during this selection process - it means so much to them and to their families.

[@carldowd406]

Lovely Video and well deserved coverage. My family had good history with both the Gorkhas and the Gurkhas including, Singaporean. My Father was a Map Maker in WW2 and mapped the rest of India to the East. The Gorkhas were his protectorate... I enjoyed working with British Gurkhas in the Discipline that I was teaching in. They provided both an interpreter and a chef. They decided to take over my home and cook my family a fantastic meal. And, I enjoyed my time with Ex Gurkhas, Gorkhas and Singaporean Gurkhas in the middle east... Great memories... And finally I enjoyed my time in the Himalaya👍👍 Namaste