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Strangers in a strange land

Updated: 2011-12-02 07:18

By Ming Yeung(HK Edition)

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 Strangers in a strange land

Limbu Saran Kumar (middle) with his colleagues in his regiment. Photos Provided to China Daily

 Strangers in a strange land

Gurkhas worked hard to prevent illegal immigrants from entering Hong Kong in the 1960s and 1970s. Photos Provided to China Daily

 Strangers in a strange land

Limbu Saran Kumar says a strong leader with military background is the key to uniting local Nepali community. Photos Provided to China Daily

During the colonial era, many members of the famed British Gurkha Brigade stood guard over Hong Kong, protecting the city from intruders. The regiment has long since departed, but many of its veterans have settled here, drawn by their love of the land. Still, many find themselves strangers, though they have lived here for many years. Ming Yeung reports.

Strangers in a strange land

Strangers in a strange land

Strangers in a strange land

Strangers in a strange land

Strangers in a strange land

Strangers in a strange land

(HK Edition 12/02/2011 page4)