Publisher's Synopsis
Sales Brigade in Afghanistan: With an Account of the Seizure and Defense of Jellalabad is a historical book written by George Robert Gleig in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the British military campaign in Afghanistan during the 19th century. Gleig, who was a chaplain to the British army, provides a first-hand account of the events that took place during the war. The book covers the formation and deployment of the Sales Brigade, a British military unit that was sent to Afghanistan in 1839. Gleig describes the challenges faced by the Brigade during their journey to Afghanistan, including the harsh terrain and hostile tribes they encountered along the way. The book also provides a detailed account of the Siege of Jellalabad, a key battle in the Afghan war. Gleig describes the events leading up to the siege and the subsequent defense of the city by the British forces. He provides a vivid description of the battles that took place, including the bravery and heroism displayed by the soldiers on both sides.Overall, Sales Brigade in Afghanistan: With an Account of the Seizure and Defense of Jellalabad is a fascinating historical account of the British military campaign in Afghanistan during the 19th century. Gleig's detailed descriptions and first-hand account of the events make it a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or the history of Afghanistan.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.
