EP 27: American Hero who fought for India's freedom

Welcome to another episode of the Did You Know series with Amish Tripathi!

Join Amish as he shares the inspiring journey of Samuel Evans Stokes — an American who fought for India's freedom. Discover how Stokes arrived in India as a missionary, questioned the values of his own community, embraced Indian culture, introduced the Red Delicious apple to Himachal Pradesh, and ultimately became Satyananda, a true freedom fighter and spiritual seeker.

Learn about Stokes’ deep involvement in India’s independence movement, his close friendship with Lala Lajpat Rai, and his enduring legacy in the apple orchards of Himachal. Find out how one man bridged East and West, fought against injustice, and became the only American imprisoned for India’s freedom.

If hidden stories and forgotten heroes of India’s past fascinate you, this episode is not to be missed.

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