The Recent Operations of the British Forces at Rangoon and Martaban (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Thomas Turner Baker

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331215292 ISBN 13: 9780331215298

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Relive a pivotal chapter of British military history through the eyes of an eyewitness.

This volume presents the eye-witness narrative of The Recent Operations at Rangoon and Martaban, written by the late Rev. Thomas Turner Baker. It chronicles the British expedition and the events that led to the capture of Martaban and Rangoon, framed by the author’s duties as a clergyman and observer on the ground. The book blends military action with personal reflections on leadership, courage, and the hardships of war, offering a firsthand view of operations, decisions, and the human impact of conflict.

Inside you’ll find pages that describe the march, the assault on key positions, and the coordination between naval and land forces. The text situates those dramatic moments within the broader background of Burma’s resistance and the consequences for the region, while also providing a look at the author’s life, duties, and the challenges of reporting from the field during wartime.

• Firsthand accounts of troop movements, battles, and strategic decisions
• Accounts of the siege, capitulations, and the fall of key posts
• Biographical notes about the author and his role during the campaign
• Context on the political and military setting surrounding Rangoon and Martaban

Ideal for readers interested in military history, imperial-era campaigns, and the human side of 19th‑century warfare.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331215292
• ISBN 13: 9780331215298
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 102