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| Author | Dodd, George, 1808-1881 |
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| Title | The History of the Indian Revolt and of the Expeditions to Persia, China and Japan, 1856-7-8 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.6 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The History of the Indian Revolt and of the Expeditions to Persia, China, and Japan" is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work chronicles the significant events surrounding the Indian Revolt of 1857, detailing the rebellion's origins, key confrontations, and its aftermath while also touching upon related military actions in Persia, China, and Japan. The author aims to provide an insightful narrative, capturing both the turmoil of war and the broader context of British military engagements in the East. At the start of the narrative, the author discusses the circumstances leading to the Indian Revolt, reflecting on the initial signs of discontent among native soldiers and the widespread connection among the affected regions. Through the preface and introduction, the thematic focus on not just military encounters but also socio-political dynamics is established, indicating that the revolt arose from a confluence of issues rather than purely military grievances. The author outlines the interconnections between various states in India and emphasizes the British government's response to these uprisings, setting the stage for an exploration of the complex relationships between different cultures and the implications of colonial rule in the region. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia |
| Subject | India -- History -- Sepoy Rebellion, 1857-1858 |
| Subject | Japan -- Foreign relations -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Foreign relations -- Japan |
| Subject | Iran -- History -- War with Great Britain, 1856-1857 |
| Subject | China -- History -- Foreign intervention, 1857-1861 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53360 |
| Release Date | Oct 24, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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