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Hastings And The Rohilla War (1892)

Hastings And The Rohilla War (1892)

John Strachey

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120199416
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Hastings and the Rohilla War is a historical book written by John Strachey in 1892. The book provides a detailed account of the Rohilla War that took place in India during the late 18th century. The war was fought between the Rohilla Afghans and the British East India Company, led by Warren Hastings, the first Governor-General of India. The book describes the background of the conflict, the events leading up to the war, and the actual battles that took place. Strachey delves into the political and social factors that contributed to the conflict, including the power struggles between various Indian rulers and the East India Company’s desire to expand its territory.The author also explores the role of Warren Hastings in the conflict, analyzing his military strategy and decision-making process. Strachey provides a critical assessment of Hastings’ actions during the war and questions his motives for engaging in the conflict.Overall, Hastings and the Rohilla War is a comprehensive account of a significant event in Indian history. The book is well-researched and provides valuable insights into the political and social dynamics of the time. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Indian history, colonialism, and military strategy.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.

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