First War of India Independence
Sepoy Mutiny of 1857
Freedom fighter of India Mangal Pandey is remembered for his contribution in 1957, First War of India Independence.
He is known for spreading the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 across India. Mangal Pandey was posted at Barrackpore in the mid-1850s. He was the first soldier who revolted against it and stood against britishers.
Soldiers were supposed to bite these cartridges before using it. So many soldiers started using these cartridges. These were made of beef.
He was hanged for revolting against the colonial rulers on April 8, 1857.
On his death anniversary today, Mangal Pandey is being remembered for his great courage and sacrifice.
Mangal Pandey had spearheaded the Revolt of 1857. It is also known as the First war of Indian Independence.
The Sepoy Mutiny was a turning point and a watershed moment in Indian history.
