During the tumultuous era of the 20th century, the 3rd Battalion actively participated in significant campaigns and operations. It fought with unwavering determination in the Mesopotamian Campaign during World War I and was instrumental in the Third Afghan War. In World War II, it fearlessly ventured into the heart of battle, leaving its mark in India, Iraq, North Africa, Burma, Singapore, Dutch East Indies, and Japan. In 1947, following the partition of British India, the battalion transitioned into the newly-formed armies of India and Pakistan, carrying forward its legacy of bravery. Over the years, it has evolved and adapted, contributing to the defense and security of its respective nations.
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