| 1. Ishar was born into an agricultural family in Ludhiana. |
| 2. He pursued his dream of becoming a soldier by joining the Punjab Frontier Force around the age of 18. |
| 3. Serving under regimental number 165, he was drafted into the 36th Sikhs Regiment in 1887. |
| 4. Major General James Lunt described Ishar Singh as having a somewhat rebellious nature, leading to clashes with his military superiors. |
| 5. In August 1897, the 36th Sikhs, including a contingent of 21 Sikhs under Havildar Ishar Singh, were stationed in the North West Frontier Province. |
| 6. Havildar Ishar Singh and his troop made the courageous decision to defend Saragarhi against a large Afghan force on 12 September 1897. |
| 7. Following his demise, his wife was tragically killed by his own brother, who was subsequently imprisoned. |
| 8. Two Saragarhi Memorial Gurudwaras were constructed in memory of the 21 Sikh soldiers from the 36th Sikh Regiment. |
| 9. Each year on 12 September, 'Saragarhi Day' is commemorated to honor the bravery of these 21 Sikh soldiers. |
| 10. After Ishar Singh, there were no further members from his family who joined the Army due to various reasons. |
