Theeran Chinnamalai:Hero of the First Phase of Freedom Struggle in Erode District

Abstract

From the 18^th century onwards Erode district has lent a number of brave and great personalities for the country. They had rendered their invaluable service to the society and country. Among them, in the late 18^th and 19^th century, Theeran Chinnamalai was an important personality who was a great opponent of the British in Coimbatore and Erode areas. Numerous leaders tried their best to awaken the people of India. The struggle ensued of uncountable sacrifices.