The Siege of DelhiIn The 1857 War Of Independence The Sepoys Of The Indian Army Rose Against The British And Seized Delhi. This Fast-Moving And Vigorous Account Of The Ensuing Siege Makes Skilful Use Of Contemporary Memoirs And Letters And Reconstructs The Atmosphere Of That Violent Summer. |
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List of Illustrations | 1 |
ACTIONS AND REACTIONS | 72 |
DEFENDERS | 90 |
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