Episode 3 of 4
Capture of Tuko La
- When
- 1888
- Where
- Tuko La, Nim La, Gangtok
British columns penetrated defences and captured the Tuko La pass, forcing Tibetan retreat.
At 10:30, British columns engaged Tibetans, penetrating defences and capturing the Tuko La pass. The Tibetans retreated through the Nim La pass. Meanwhile, Graham advanced to Gangtok, where the pro-Tibetan party had ousted the pro-Indian opposition.
Sources
- Sikkim expedition Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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