Today in History, Brave Queen Who Defied British Rule

New Delhi 18 june 2025 (VNI)Rani Lakshmibai, the fearless queen of Jhansi, was a key leader in the 1857 Indian Rebellion. After her husband’s death, she took charge of Jhansi and led fierce resistance against British forces. Known for her courage, leadership, and patriotism, she became a symbol of India’s freedom struggle. Born in Varanasi in 1828, she died fighting bravely in Gwalior in 1858 at just 29.