Publisher's Synopsis
The Life Of Lieutenant General The Honorable Sir Andrew Clarke is a biography written by Robert Hamilton Vetch. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and career of Sir Andrew Clarke, who was a distinguished military officer and colonial administrator in the British Empire during the 19th century.The biography traces Sir Andrew Clarke's life from his birth in Scotland in 1824 to his death in London in 1902. It covers his early education, his military training at the Royal Military College at Sandhurst, and his service in various parts of the British Empire, including India, China, and Australia.The book also explores Sir Andrew Clarke's role as a colonial administrator, including his tenure as Governor of the Straits Settlements in Singapore and his contributions to the development of infrastructure and public works in colonial territories.The biography draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced portrait of Sir Andrew Clarke's life and career. It also includes photographs, maps, and other illustrations to help readers visualize the people, places, and events described in the text.Overall, The Life Of Lieutenant General The Honorable Sir Andrew Clarke is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the British Empire, military history, or the life of one of the most important colonial administrators of the 19th century.Colonel Commandant Of Royal Engineers, Agent General Of Victoria, Australia.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.
