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Monday, 12 September 2011

Generals


Hakim Khan Sur Pathan

Hakim Khan was a descendant of the AfghanSher Shah Suri. To avenge the fall of his forefathers by the Mughals he joined Maharana Pratap.


Jhala Man Singh

Jhala Man Sinh (also known as Jhala Sardar) set an example of extraordinary valour, bravery and sacrifice in the struggle for freedom. In the battle of Haldi Ghati in 1576, upon seeing Maharana Pratap wounded (three wounds were inflicted, sword, spear and shot by a musket) and unconscious on his horse, Chetak; Jhala immediately took the Crown and royal emblem of Pratap, thus confusing the enemy into thinking that he was Pratap and took the entire attack of the Mughal hordes upon himself. Ultimately he sacrificed his life to save the life of Pratap and freedom for his country. It is because of this sacrifice that Pratap continued to fight on against the Mughals and eventually reestablish and liberate all of Mewar except Chittor.
In Present day UdaipuBold textr, the descendants of Jhala still carry the emblem of Mewar as their coat of arms as conferred upon them by Maharana Pratap.


Tomars

Raja Ram Shah Tomar of Gwalior was married to a daughter of Rana Udai Singh, sought refuge in Mewar after he lost Gwalior to Mughals. He along with 300 of his men fought the battle of Haldighati. His only remaining son was sent toBikaner so the line could survive, everyone else gave up their life for the cause of Mewar.[citation needed]

Bhim Singh Dodia

Bhim Singh Dodia, one of the Mewar nobles who took part in Maharana Pratap Singh's war council at Gogunda (1576) prior to the Battle of Haldighati.]

Charan Kesa And Jaisa

Two Charan warlords from the Soniana Village of Mewar ,fought in the vanguard of Pratap's Army and were subsequently killed in action.Seven others Charans also laid down their lives for the cause.


Chetak

Chetak, the white horse of Marwari breed Considered beautiful and poetically divine, this horse had balanced muscular body with an extremely attractive appearance, blessed with 'flying' legs. He is described as possessing a rare, acute intelligence, restraint and courage coupled with unflinching faithfulness to his master.
There is a famous couplet describing a scene where Rana Pratap is unable to cross a river
Aage nadiya padi apaar, ghoda kaise utare paar
Rana ne socha is paar, tab tak chetak tha us paar
English Translation :
Lies the boundless river ahead, How will the horse cross it?
While Rana thought on his side, Chetak was that side!


Bhama Shah (or Bhamashah)

Bhamashah made a mark in the history of Mewar. Son of Bharmal Kawadiya and born 450 years ago, he set an example of honesty, faith and duty. He was not only Pratap's treasurer, but also fought like a soldier when the need arose. Maharana Pratap was able to properly maintain his army of 25,000 soldiers for 12 years only because Bhamashah had gifted not only his property, but also a collection of 25 lakh rupees and 20,000 gold coins from Maalpura during a financial crisis. Bhamashah also served Maharana Amar Singh. Thereafter his son Jeev Shah was treasurer of the Maharana. At the time of his death Bhamashah asked his wife to handover the detailed record of royal treasury to Maharana Amar Singh then he left for heavenly abode.


Punja Bhil

Provided his support to Maharana Pratap, to win the Deawar battle.

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