The defence of Jellalabad made heroes of the 13th Foot (later known as the Somerset Light Infantry). It is reported that as the regiment marched back through India to return to Britain, every garrison fired a ten gun salute in its honour.
The defence of Jellalabad earned the 13th Foot (later known as the Somerset Light Infantry) a place in history as heroes. As they returned to Britain through India, the regiment was celebrated by the local garrisons, who paid tribute with a ten-gun salute in recognition of their bravery.