Birthdate: July 19, 1827
Sun Sign: Cancer
Birthplace: Nagwa, Uttar Pradesh, India
Died: April 8, 1857
Mangal Pandey, an Indian soldier, played a crucial role in the events that led to the Indian rebellion of 1857. Serving as a sepoy in the 34th Bengal Native Infantry regiment under the British East India Company, he became a prominent figure in the uprising against British rule. His actions ignited widespread rebellion and earned him recognition by the Indian government with a commemorative postage stamp. Pandey’s story has been immortalized in various cinematic portrayals, highlighting his significant impact on Indian history.
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