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Seringapatam 1792
British troops under the command of General Charles Cornwallis capture Seringapatam, the Mysore city ruled by Sultan Tippoo Sahib
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1792 Capture Command Cornwallis Mysore Ruled Sahib Seringapatam Sultan Tippoo
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Seringapatam, 1792: The Triumph of British Power under General Charles Cornwallis This evocative image captures the historic moment when British troops, led by the esteemed General Sir Charles Cornwallis, stormed the fortified city of Seringapatam in Mysore, India. In 1792, Seringapatam was the capital city of the Mysore Kingdom, ruled by the formidable Sultan Tipu Sahib. Tipu Sahib, known for his military prowess and strategic alliances, had successfully defended his kingdom against the British East India Company for over two decades. However, the tide turned in 1792 when Cornwallis, determined to expand British territories in India, led a massive army to invade Mysore. The siege of Seringapatam was a pivotal moment in the Anglo-Mysore Wars, marking the end of Tipu Sahib's reign and the beginning of British control over the region. In this photograph, we see the triumphant British soldiers, hoisting their flags atop the city walls, symbolizing their victory over the once-impregnable fortress. Cornwallis, clad in his military uniform, stands proudly among his troops, surveying the scene of their hard-won victory. The image is a testament to the power and determination of the British military during the colonial era in India. The capture of Seringapatam was a significant event in the annals of Indian history, and this photograph provides a glimpse into the past, offering a visual representation of the military might and strategic prowess that shaped the subcontinent's political landscape. The image is a poignant reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history between India and the British Empire.
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