Publisher's Synopsis
""Operations of the Juanpore Field Force and the Fourth Division"" is a historical account of the military operations carried out by the British Army during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. Written by Thomas Harte Franks, a British Army officer who served in India during the rebellion, the book provides a detailed description of the events that took place during the campaign.The book begins with an overview of the political and social conditions that led to the rebellion, including the causes of discontent among Indian soldiers and civilians. Franks then describes the initial stages of the rebellion, including the mutiny of Indian soldiers stationed in Meerut and the subsequent massacre of British civilians in Delhi.The main focus of the book is on the military operations carried out by the Juanpore Field Force and the Fourth Division, which were two British Army units that played a crucial role in suppressing the rebellion. Franks provides a detailed account of the battles and skirmishes that took place, including the siege of Lucknow and the relief of Cawnpore.Throughout the book, Franks provides insights into the tactics and strategies employed by the British Army, as well as the challenges they faced in fighting against a determined and well-organized enemy. He also provides a vivid portrayal of the conditions faced by soldiers on both sides of the conflict, including the extreme heat, disease, and lack of supplies.Overall, ""Operations of the Juanpore Field Force and the Fourth Division"" is a valuable historical account of one of the most significant military campaigns in British India. It provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the events that took place, while also shedding light on the broader political and social context of the rebellion.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.
