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The Lions of London

This documentary reminds viewers of the enormous, and long-forgotten, contribution of Sikhs fighting for the British in The Great War, WWI.

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Year

2013

Runtime

14 min

The Lions of London

2013

Synopsis

Through vivid eye witness accounts and the collective voice of histor ians, government leaders and community organizers, "Uons of London" reveals the tremendous contributions of the Sikh community in both World Wars l and II. Sikh ism has deep rooted values of figh t ing against tyranny and oppression. Sikhs are renowned as excellent fighters, dating back to their battles against the Mughal tyrants, and their bravery earned them the nickname of "lions" on the battlefield. The Sikhs continued this military tradition as they took up arms and jo ined the British in the fight for democracy in both World Wars, losing tens of thousands of soldiers in the fights for freedom. Their sacrifices and heroism are vividly remembered in "Lions Of London."

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Runtime
14 min