Raja Jai Lal Singh
Raja Jai Lal Singh | |
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| Born | May 31, 1803 Azamgarh, British India |
| Died | October 1, 1859 (aged 56) Lucknow, British India |
| Allegiance | Awadh |
| Rank | Commander-in-Chief |
| Known for | Battle of Chinhat, Loyalty to Begum Hazrat Mahal |
| Battles / wars | Indian Rebellion of 1857 |
Raja Jai Lal Singh (31 May 1803 – 1 October 1859) was a prominent commander of the Awadh forces during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Appointed as the Commander-in-Chief by Begum Hazrat Mahal, he played a decisive role in the early victories against the British East India Company in and around Lucknow. Known for his guerrilla tactics, strategic acumen, and staunch resistance against colonial rule, he was eventually captured and executed by the British.