82nd Punjabis facts for kids

The 82nd Punjabis were a group of soldiers who were part of the old British Indian Army. This special group of soldiers started in 1788 in a city called Madras in British India.

At first, the regiment had soldiers from different places. But over time, it started to include more and more soldiers from the Punjab and North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) regions. Because of this, the regiment was given a new name in 1903: 'Punjabis'. Later, it became known as the 82nd Punjabis. After some more time, this regiment joined with others to form the 'First Punjab Regiment'.

A History of Bravery: Fighting for the Regiment

Between 1788 and 1947, the 82nd Punjabis (or First Punjab Regiment) were very active. They fought in many wars and won important battles. These soldiers were known for their courage and dedication.

What Happened After 1947?

In 1947, a big change happened. India and Pakistan became independent countries. This event is known as the Partition. After the Partition, the 82nd Punjabis (or First Punjab Regiment) became a part of the Pakistan Army. They joined the Punjab Regiment within the new Pakistan Army.

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  This picture shows the 22nd Regiment of Madras Native Infantry in 1861. This was one of the groups that later became part of the 82nd Punjabis.