Memoirs Of Major-General Sir Henry Havelock

""Memoirs of Major-General Sir Henry Havelock"" is a biographical account of the life and career of one of the most distinguished British military officers of the 19th century. Written by John Clark Marshman, the book provides a comprehensive overview of Havelock's life, from his early years as a soldier in the East India Company's army to his rise to prominence during the Indian Rebellion of 1857.The book covers Havelock's military campaigns in India, including his involvement in the First Anglo-Afghan War, the First Anglo-Sikh War, and the Second Burmese War. It also details his leadership during the Indian Rebellion, where he played a key role in the recapture of Kanpur and the relief of Lucknow.Throughout the book, Marshman provides insights into Havelock's character, his military tactics, and his relationships with other notable figures of the time, including Lord Dalhousie, Sir James Outram, and the infamous Nana Sahib.Overall, ""Memoirs of Major-General Sir Henry Havelock"" is a fascinating account of the life of one of Britain's most celebrated military heroes, providing a unique perspective on the history of British colonialism in India.""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.