The Bayard Of India: A Life Of General Sir James Outram (1903)

By Lionel James Trotter and Lionel J Trotter

Book Overview

The Bayard of India: A Life of General Sir James Outram is a biographical book written by Lionel James Trotter and published in 1903. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and career of General Sir James Outram, a British military officer who played a significant role in the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book traces Outram's early life, his education, and his entry into the British Army. It then goes on to detail his various military campaigns in India, including his role in the First Afghan War, the First Anglo-Sikh War, and the Second Anglo-Burmese War. The book also covers Outram's involvement in the Indian Rebellion of 1857, where he played a crucial role in the recapture of Lucknow.Trotter's writing style is engaging and informative, providing readers with a vivid picture of Outram's life and times. He draws on a range of sources, including Outram's own writings and letters, to provide an in-depth analysis of the general's character and motivations. The book is also accompanied by a number of illustrations and maps, which help to bring the story to life.Overall, The Bayard of India: A Life of General Sir James Outram is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in British military history or the history of India. It provides a detailed account of one of the most important figures in the British Empire's colonial history and sheds light on the complex political and military landscape of 19th-century India.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: 1164918591
• ISBN13: 9781164918592
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"