A Testimony of Courage
Memorials of the Indian Army

A Coffee Table Book on the Indian Army's War Memorials.

They say a soldier never dies, he is remembered by his comrades in arms, who will tell of his brave deeds and pass it on till legends are born. More tangible tributes to the brave soldier are Memorials built by a grateful nation.

All Indian Regiments and Corps have War Memorials, usually located at the respective Centres where recruits take an oath to lay down their lives to protect the country. No other profession asks this of a man, and all men in uniform honour this supreme sacrifice. The War Memorials serve as the collective conscience of the Regiment, a place where a soldier re-dedicates himself. Wreath laying ceremonies with buglers sounding the Last Post will move even the most stonehearted spectator.

Less known Memorials, which have been erected on or near a battlefield, are of particular interest because of their proximity to the legends they commemorate. Unfortunately, many are situated in far-flung places, not often frequented by the general public.

Though these memorials are maintained and revered by the units in close proximity, they are often unknown to the country. This book hopes to change that