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General Hugh Gough, 1848 circa (b / w photo)
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(b/w photo) by McCosh, John (1805-85); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Hugh Gough, 1848 circa.
Photograph by Surgeon John McCosh (1805-1885), Bengal Army, 1848 circa.
General (later Field Marshal Viscount Gough) Hugh Gough enjoyed an extensive and illustrious military career, seeing service in the West Indies, Southern Africa, Spain, China and India. He distinguished himself in the Peninsular War (1808-1814) where he was twice seriously wounded. His first senior command was during the 1st China War (1839-1842), and he commanded the victorious British forces in the 1st Sikh War (1845-1846). Although equally successful in the 2nd Sikh War (1848-1849), his reputation was somewhat sullied by his clumsy tactics during the Battle of Chilianwala (13 January 1849), which resulted in heavy British casualties for which he received much criticism.
From an album of 310 photographs, 1848-1853.); © National Army Museum
Media ID 25184988
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures General Hugh Gough, circa 1848, in all his military glory. The image was taken by Surgeon John McCosh, a member of the Bengal Army during that time. General Hugh Gough had an impressive military career spanning various regions including the West Indies, Southern Africa, Spain, China, and India. He proved himself as a courageous leader during the Peninsular War where he sustained serious injuries on two occasions. Gough's first major command came during the 1st China War and he later led British forces to victory in the 1st Sikh War. However, it was during the 2nd Sikh War that his reputation faced some tarnish due to his clumsy tactics at the Battle of Chilianwala on January 13th, 1849. This battle resulted in heavy casualties for the British forces under his command and drew significant criticism towards him. The photograph is part of a larger album containing 310 images from between 1848 and 1853. It is currently housed at the National Army Museum in London. This portrait offers us a glimpse into General Hugh Gough's distinguished military career while also reminding us of both his triumphs and challenges as a commander on various fronts throughout history.
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