Sepoys

Sepoys were Indian soldiers employed by European colonial powers, primarily the British, during the 18th and 19th centuries. They served in the armies that controlled and expanded colonial territories in India and elsewhere. Sepoys often acted as local troops, helping their colonial rulers maintain dominance. They played a significant role in historical events like the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Their service reflected complex relationships of loyalty, resistance, and cultural change under colonial rule, impacting India's history and the dynamics of imperialism.