The English Captives In Oudh An Episode In The History Of The Mutinies Of 1857-58 (1858)

The English Captives in Oudh: An Episode in the History of the Mutinies of 1857-58 is a historical book written by Wylie and Macleod. The book is based on the events that took place during the Indian Rebellion of 1857, also known as the Sepoy Mutiny. The authors provide a detailed account of the capture and imprisonment of English civilians and soldiers by Indian rebels in Oudh, a region in northern India.The book covers the period from May to November 1857, during which the English captives were held captive by the rebels. The authors describe the harsh conditions that the captives had to endure, including lack of food and water, unsanitary living conditions, and physical abuse. The book also sheds light on the efforts made by the British government to rescue the captives and restore order in the region.The authors draw upon primary sources, including letters and journals written by the captives themselves, to provide a vivid and compelling account of the events. The book is an important historical document that provides insight into the political and social climate of India during the 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of colonialism, imperialism, and the struggle for independence in 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.