Historedia
Person

Thutob Namgyal

Events
1
Episodes
4
Years
1887–1888

Every event in Historedia whose sources name Thutob Namgyal, with the role they cite and all of that event’s episodes. This is not a biography, and mentions are grouped by name, so two people with the same name can share this page.

Events and episodes

  1. Sikkim Expedition begins against Tibetan incursion

    1887–1888

    Role: 9th Chogyal of Sikkim

    1. 1887 · LingtuTibetan Occupation of Lingtu

      Tibetan forces crossed the Jelep La pass and occupied Lingtu, defying British expectations of retreat.

    2. 1888 · Lingtu, Gantok, TumlongBritish Military Preparation

      The British prepared for a military solution to expel Tibetans from Lingtu and secure key areas.

    3. 1888 · Tuko La, Nim La, GangtokCapture of Tuko La

      British columns penetrated defences and captured the Tuko La pass, forcing Tibetan retreat.

    4. 21-22 May 1888 · GnathangEngagement at Gnathang

      Tibetan forces attacked British defences at Gnathang, resulting in casualties and a retreat.

Sources

  1. Sikkim expedition Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22