Bhim Singh Thapa
Bhim Singh Thapa known popularly as Bagh Buda (Translation: Tiger oldie) was a Nepalese military officer. He commanded the battle of Palanchowk in 1959 AD. He died in the battle.[1] After his death, his 11-year-old son Amar Singh Thapa was installed in the army under Marwat policy. He was known for his fighting prowess. He was awarded the personal title of Bagh, which literally means tiger.
| Umarao Bagh Bhim Singh Thapa | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Bagh Buda |
| Died | V.S. 1819 Palanchowk, Nepal |
| Allegiance |  |
| Years of service | ??-1819 |
| Battles/wars | Battles of Unification of Nepal |
| Relations | Ranajor Thapa (grandson) Ranadhoj Thapa (grandson) Narasingh Thapa (grandson) |
Family
He was born to Ranajay (Ranjai) Thapa, a resident of Sirhanchowk, Gorkha.[2] He was born in the warrior clan of Bagale Thapa.[1] His son was the famous Nepalese military commander Badakaji Amar Singh Thapa.[2]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Hamal 1995, p. 191.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Pradhan 2012, p. 195.
Books
- Pradhan, Kumar L. (2012), Thapa Politics in Nepal: With Special Reference to Bhim Sen Thapa, 1806–1839, New Delhi: Concept Publishing Company, p. 278, ISBN 9788180698132
- Hamal, Lakshman B. (1995), Military history of Nepal, Sharda Pustak Mandir