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While some of our wars in India are open to the charge that they were undertaken on slight provocation, and were forced on by us in order that we might have an excuse for annexation, our struggle with Tippoo Saib was, on the other hand, marked by a long endurance of wrong, and a toleration of abominable cruelties perpetrated upon Englishmen and our native allies. Hyder Ali was a conqueror of the true Eastern type; he was ambitious in the extreme, he dreamed of becom ing the Lord of the whole of Southern India, he was an able leader, and, though ruthless where it was his policy to strike terror, he was not cruel from choice. His son, T ippoo, on the contrary, revelled in acts of the most abominable cruelty. It would seem that he massacred for the very pleasure of mas sacring, and hundreds of British captives were killed by famine, poison,or torture, simply to gratify his lust for murder. Patience was shown towards this monster until patience became a fault, and our inaction was naturally ascribed by him to fear. Had firmness been shown by Lord Cornwallis, when Seringapatam was practically in his power, the second war would have been avoided and thousands of lives spared. The blunder was a costly one to as, for the work had to be done all over again, and the fault of Lord Cornwallis retrieved by the energy and firmness of the Marquis of Wellesley.
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- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330476506
- ISBN 13 9781330476505
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages449
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating historical tale follows young Dick Holland and his mother as they journey to India on a perilous mission to uncover the fate of Dickâs father, a courageous captain who disappeared years before. Set against the backdrop of the conflict between the British and Tipu Sultan, the âTiger of Mysoreâ, the author explores themes of familial love, perseverance, and the enduring legacy of war. As Dick and his mother navigate a treacherous landscape and confront the horrors of imprisonment and torture, the reader is drawn into a vivid portrayal of a forgotten chapter in history. The book delves into the complexities of 18th-century warfare and the devastating impact of colonialism, while shedding light on the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Through its rich historical detail and gripping narrative, this book provides a thought-provoking examination of the far-reaching consequences of conflict and the power of hope amidst despair. 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 # 9781330476505_0
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