What's in a Name? Discover the Meaning Behind 'Gurkha' in Our Company Name
As implied in the name, Gurkha Security Services was established in 2005 by ex-Gurkhas who served in the British Army. To this day our senior leadership managers are a team of ex-Gurkhas, with over 150 years of combined comprehensive military experience. Our security officers are also highly qualified and competent, with the Gurkhas ethos ingrained in them through the company culture as well as military experience. Our team goes above and beyond the call of duty, ensuring that our clients receive the utmost care and protection.
History of the Gurkhas
The Gurkhas are a group of soldiers from Nepal who have a long and storied history of military service. They have been serving in the British Army for over 200 years, and are renowned for their bravery, discipline, and loyalty.
During the 19th and early 20th centuries, Gurkhas fought in several conflicts around the world, including the Indian Rebellion of 1857, the Anglo-Afghan Wars, and the Boxer Rebellion in China. They also served in both World Wars, earning a reputation as some of the most ferocious and effective soldiers on the battlefield.
They first gained widespread recognition as a fighting force in the early 19th century, when the British East India Company began recruiting them for their military campaigns in India. The Gurkhas quickly proved to be some of the most formidable soldiers in the British Army.
Gurkhas are recruited from various ethnic groups in Nepal and are known for their physical toughness, mental resilience, and ability to adapt to a wide range of challenging environments. They are trained in a variety of military skills, including marksmanship, hand-to-hand combat, and survival techniques.
In addition to their military skills, Gurkhas are also known for their distinctive culture and traditions, including their language, music, and cuisine. They are deeply proud of their Nepalese heritage, and their service in the British Army has helped to forge strong bonds between Nepal and the United Kingdom.
They have served in a variety of conflicts around the world, including the Falklands War, the Gulf War, and the recent conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. They havehttps://www.cfr.org/timeline/iraq-war earned a reputation as some of the toughest and most effective soldiers on the battlefield and are highly respected by their fellow soldiers and officers.
Gurkhas have a long-standing reputation for being some of the most skilled soldiers in the world. They are trained in various forms of combat, including hand-to-hand combat, marksmanship, and jungle warfare. They are also known for their discipline, loyalty, and professionalism.
We take pride in being able to leverage this expertise to provide our clients with top-notch security services. Our company offers a wide range of security solutions, including manned guarding, mobile patrols, access control, and residential security.
GSS is committed to providing its clients with the highest level of professionalism, reliability, and quality. The company’s security personnel undergo rigorous training to ensure that they are equipped with the necessary skills to handle any security situation.
Gurkhas are famed for carrying a khukuri. It is the national weapon of Nepal, but it is also used as a work tool in the Hills. Each Gurkha carries two khukuris, one for every-day use and one for ceremonial purposes. Their famous war cry, “Ayo Gorkhali” translates as “The Gurkhas are here”, their motto, ‘Kaphar hunnu bhanda marnu ramro’ means, ‘It is better to die than to live like a coward.
