Bengalis
Folk Fighters
People of Bengal who created Lathi Khela, a traditional martial art using bamboo sticks.
Quick Facts
Date of BirthMiddle Ages
EraMiddle Ages–present
Country of OriginIndia / Bangladesh
Rank / TitleFolk Tradition
Active YearsMiddle Ages–present
Biography
The Bengali people of India and Bangladesh developed Lathi Khela for village defense, wielding heavy bamboo staffs in fast-paced duels.