Aliwal

Aliwal, a Punjab village on the left bank of the Sutlej, 9 miles W. of Lodiāna. It was the scene of a fierce conflict between the British and Sikh forces, 28th January 1846. The Sikhs had crossed the river, when they were attacked by Sir Harry Smith, defeated, and driven back with great slaughter. The victory of Aliwal is described as being technically 'without a fault.'