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The Sikhs and the Sikh Wars: The Rise, Conquest, and Annexation of the Punjab State (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Historic narrative of the Sikh Wars and the Punjab’s dramatic rise, conquest, and annexation
This authoritative study examines the conflicts, treaties, and political shifts that shaped the Punjab in the late 18th and 19th centuries, drawing on official records and eyewitness accounts to illuminate a pivotal era in South Asian history.
Spanning the emergence of the Sikh state, its military campaigns, and the British response, this edition presents a detailed account of key events, leaders, and strategies. It combines narrative readability with documentary grounding, offering readers a clear view of how power shifted across the region and how colonial policy took shape in practice.
- Explore the rise of Ranjit Singh and the formation of Sikh power in the Punjab
- Follow major campaigns, battles, and sieges that defined the Sutlej era
- Understand the treaties, guardianship arrangements, and the path to annexation
Ideal for readers of imperial history and South Asian studies who want a thorough, accessible introduction to a defining chapter of Punjab and British India.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book tells the story of the rise and fall of the Sikh Empire in the Punjab. It traces the evolution of the Sikh people from a religious brotherhood to a formidable military force, culminating in the creation of a vast empire under Maharaja Ranjit Singh in the early 19th century. The book offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex dynamics of power, religion, and politics in the period, highlighting the unique character of the Sikh community and its role in shaping the destiny of the region. The author explores the cultural and historical context of the Sikh Wars, which eventually led to the British conquest of the Punjab. The narrative explores the motivations and strategies of both the Sikhs and the British, revealing the intricate interplay of ambition, fear, and political calculations that ultimately led to the collapse of the Sikh Empire. The book provides an insightful account of the events that shaped the destiny of the Punjab and the broader Indian subcontinent, and underscores the enduring significance of the Sikh people in the history of the region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282030100_0
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