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Plan to Illustrate the Operations of the British Army, before Delhi in the year 1857, (1901)
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Plan to Illustrate the Operations of the British Army, before Delhi in the year 1857, (1901)
Plan to Illustrate the Operations of the British Army, before Delhi in the year 1857, (1901). Delhi was besieged and captured by the British in 1857 during the Indian Mutiny. The capture of the city from the mutineers was vital to the British due to its symbolic importance as the seat of Indias Mughal rulers. From " The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts, Vol. I. - To The End of the Indian Mutiny", by J. Maclaren Cobban. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]
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This print captures a significant moment in history - the British Army's operations before Delhi in 1857 during the Indian Mutiny. The city of Delhi, besieged and captured by the British, held immense symbolic importance as it was once the seat of India's Mughal rulers. This image is taken from "The Life and Deeds of Earl Roberts" by J. Maclaren Cobban, published in 1901. In this photograph, we see a detailed plan illustrating the strategic movements and fortifications surrounding Delhi during this critical event. It provides us with a glimpse into the military tactics employed by the British Army to regain control over an important stronghold. Earl Roberts, also known as Field Marshal Frederick Sleigh Roberts or Lord Roberts, played a crucial role in leading these operations. His biography sheds light on his remarkable career within the armed forces and his contributions to maintaining British rule in India. The historical significance of this image cannot be overstated; it represents a turning point in colonial history when Britain fought to maintain its dominance over India amidst widespread rebellion. Through this photo print, we are transported back to that tumultuous time when power dynamics were shifting rapidly. This piece serves as both an educational tool for understanding past events and a testament to human resilience during times of conflict. It reminds us of how our world has evolved since then while emphasizing the importance of acknowledging our shared history.
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