Nawab Kapur Singh
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Nawab Kapur Singh (1697 – 9 October 1753) was a major Sikh leader who led the community during the early-to-mid 18th century. He was the organizer of the Sikh Confederacy and its military force, the Dal Khalsa. He is held in high regards by Sikhs.[1]
Quick Facts 4th Jathedar of Akal Takht, Preceded by ...
Kapur Singh | |
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4th Jathedar of Akal Takht | |
In office 1737–1753 | |
Preceded by | Darbara Singh |
Succeeded by | Jassa Singh Ahluwalia |
3rd Jathedar of Buddha Dal | |
In office 29 March 1748 – 9 October 1753 | |
Preceded by | Darbara Singh |
Succeeded by | Jassa Singh Ahluwalia |
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Born | Kapur Singh 1697 (1697) Kaloke, Lahore Subah, Mughal Empire (present-day Sheikhupura district, Punjab, Pakistan) |
Died | 9 October 1753(1753-10-09) (aged 55–56) Amritsar, Punjab, Durrani Empire (present-day Punjab, India) |
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Founder | Dal Khalsa |
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