Time Magazine picked top 10 wives who showed strong character during troubled times. Jhansi queen Lakshmibhai found place among great wives in history who showed courage in troubled times. These women are famous for their courage, composure and character in tough times. Indians will never forget Jhansi Rani and Bhagat Singh.
Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi life history:
- Rani Jhansi Lakshmi Bai’s original name is Manikarnika. She was born in Varanasi on November 19, 1835.
- 1839: She lost her mother at the age of 4.
- 1842: Jhansi Rani married Jhansi king Raja Gangadhara Rao.
- 1851: She lost her son (4 months after birth).
- 1853: She lost her husband.
When she was 18 year, Jhansi Rani already lost her mother, son and husband. She was a symbol of courage, patriotism and valour.
1858, June 18: Rani Jhansi Lakshmi Bai died in the war.
Top 10 resolute wives in history:
1. Eleanor Roosevelt (USA)
2. Queen Esabella (Spain)
3. June Carter Cash
4. Cleopatra (Egypt)
5. Sarah Palin (USA)
6. Ellen de Generes and Portia de Rossi
7. Michelle Obama (USA)
8. Jhansi Rani (India): Most courageous woman in history.
9. Melinda Gates (USA)
10. Elin Nordegren
I don’t know how you can compare great warrior like Jhansi Rani with ordinary women like Michelle Obama and Sarah Palin.
Please share your list of great wives.
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