As the rebellion spread across the subcontinent, many leaders emerged in different regions. Rani Laxmi Bai fought to save her kingdom, Jhansi. Similarly, Begum Hazrat Mahal fought for her throne in Lucknow. Nana Sahib, the adopted son of Peshwa Baji Rao II, led battle from Kanpur. Veer Kunwar Singh, the 80-year-old king, fought in Bihar.