One of the strangest myths about Jawaharlal Nehru is the claim that he used to send his clothes all the way from India to a laundry in Paris! 

In this humorous and fact-filled video, we bust this long-running “Paris laundry” legend using Nehru’s own words from his Autobiography, where he calls the story ridiculous and says anyone who actually does this deserves an award for being a “prize fool.” 

This short, entertaining explainer mixes comedy with solid history, perfect for clearing up old rumors that still float around social media.

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From Marathon to Athens: The Glory That Was Greece | Ch. 15 & 16 | Nehru's Glimpses of World History

The Battle for Freedom and the Birth of Wisdom

Chapter 15: Persia and Greece Nehru narrates the legendary wars between Persia and Greece, from Marathon to Thermopylae, where a small nation’s love for freedom triumphed over empire. Through Herodotus’s tales, he celebrates courage, sacrifice, and the timeless spirit of those who fight for liberty. Chapter 16: The Glory That Was Hellas After defeating Persia, Greece entered its golden age, the era of Pericles, Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle. Nehru reflects on how true greatness lies in thought, art, and wisdom, drawing parallels with India’s own ancient brilliance.

 

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Wealth, Wisdom, and Faith: Nehru on Ancient India and the Birth of Religion | Ch. 13 & 14 | Glimpses of World History

Nehru’s letters from jail continue their timeless journey through human civilization. From the rise of inequality to the birth of great religions. Chapter 13: “Where Do Riches Go To?” Why does poverty persist even when the world grows richer? Nehru explores how power and privilege shaped society since the dawn of agriculture.

Chapter 14: “The Sixth Century Before Christ, and Religion” A remarkable age when Buddha, Mahavira, Confucius, Lao-Tse, Zoroaster, and Pythagoras transformed human thought, seeking truth, compassion, and reform.