From 1970 until 2000 it was used by Gurkha Regiments.
In 1857, it was decided to augment the existing Gurkha regiments by raising another.
A further 13 have been awarded to British officers in Gurkha regiments.
Royal visit for 50 year old Gurkha regiment.
Although never designated as such, the 5th Gurkha Regiment was brigaded with the force in practice.
Twelve Gurkha regiments also took part in the relief of Lucknow.
It is the only Gurkha regiment which did not have Khukuri on its cap badge.
This is further documented in a list of Gurkha regiments serving under the Indian Army.
Upon independence in 1947, six of the original ten Gurkha regiments remained with the Indian Army.
Murray spent her early childhood in India where her father commanded a Gurkha regiment.