James Outram's Persian Campaign In 1857 (1860)

By James Outram

Book Overview

James Outram's Persian Campaign in 1857 is a historical account of the British military campaign in Persia during the mid-19th century. The book, written by Outram himself, details his experiences as the commander of the British forces during the conflict, which was fought primarily over control of the city of Herat.Outram describes the political and military context of the campaign, including the various factions vying for control of Persia and the strategic importance of Herat. He also provides a detailed account of the battles and skirmishes that took place, including the siege of Herat and the final battle at Khoosh-ab.Throughout the book, Outram emphasizes the bravery and skill of his troops, as well as the difficulties they faced in fighting in a foreign land against a determined enemy. He also highlights the importance of diplomacy and negotiation in resolving conflicts, and he provides insights into the complex political and cultural dynamics of the region.Overall, James Outram's Persian Campaign in 1857 is a valuable historical document that sheds light on an important period in British imperial history and provides a fascinating glimpse into the challenges of military campaigns in the 19th century.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165612860
• ISBN13: 9781165612864
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 444 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"