Sultan Mahmud Khan
Sultan Mahmud Khan | |
|---|---|
| Born | |
| Died | 1859 |
| Allegiance | Sikh Empire |
| Branch | Sikh Khalsa Army |
| Service years | 1797-1849 |
| Rank | Jarnail |
| Commands | Command of Artillery in Hazara |
| Awards | Order of Guru Gobind Singh |
| Spouse | Bibi Peeran |
| Relations | Jarnail Ghaus Khan (father) Sultan Ahmad Ali (son) Khan Mohammed Ali Khan (son) |
Sultan Mahmud Khan (Punjabi: سلطان محمود خان, died 1859) was a Punjabi Muslim commander of the Sikh Khalsa Army, in the Sikh Empire. His derah of artillery was designated as Topkhana Sultan Mahmud. He is regarded as one of the best commanding officers of Maharaja Ranjit Singh.
He is best known for showcasing his bravery in Battle of Multan, Battle of Hairdu, Battle of Shopian and the Anglo-Sikh Wars: Battle of Ramnagar and Battle of Chillianwala, in which the Sikh army defeated the forces of Hugh Gough, 1st Viscount Gough.