Publisher's Synopsis
""Letter From Mahommed Ali Chan, Nabob Of Arcot, To The Court Of Directors (1777)"" is a historical document that contains a letter written by Mahommed Ali Chan, the Nabob of Arcot, to the Court of Directors in 1777. The letter is a political and diplomatic document that discusses the relationship between the British East India Company and the Nabob of Arcot.Mahommed Ali Chan was a prominent figure in Indian history during the 18th century. He was the ruler of the Carnatic region in South India and was known for his political and military prowess. The British East India Company had a significant presence in India during this period, and the relationship between the Company and the local rulers was often fraught with tension.In the letter, Mahommed Ali Chan discusses the various issues that had arisen between the Nabob of Arcot and the British East India Company. He talks about the Company's interference in local affairs, the imposition of taxes, and the treatment of Indian merchants by the Company's officials. He also discusses the military support that the Company had provided to the Nabob in the past and requests further assistance.The letter provides valuable insights into the political and diplomatic landscape of 18th-century India and sheds light on the complex relationship between the British East India Company and the local rulers. It is an essential document for historians and scholars interested in Indian history and the British colonial period.To Which Is Affixed A State Of Facts Relative To Tanjore, With An Appendix Of Original Papers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
