Mangal Pandey Life introduction

 Mangal Pandey

freedom fighters of india

  • Born: 19 July 1827, Nagwa
  • Died: 8 April 1857, Barrackpore
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Known for: Indian independence fighter
  • Parents: Abhairani Pandey, Divakar Pandey

Born in 1827, Mangal Pandey was one the early freedom fighter. He was among the first rebels to inspire young Indian soldiers to instigate the great rebellion of 1857. Serving as a soldier for the British East India Company, Pandey launched a first attack by firing at English officials, which was the beginning of the Indian rebellion in 1857.

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