A Memoir Of The Public Services Rendered By Lieutenant Colonel Outram (1853)

""A Memoir Of The Public Services Rendered By Lieutenant Colonel Outram"" is a historical book written by James Outram and published in 1853. The book is a detailed account of the public services rendered by Lieutenant Colonel Outram during his military career. Outram was a British soldier and administrator who served in India during the 19th century. The book covers Outram's military campaigns, including his service in the Indian Mutiny, the Persian War, and the Second Anglo-Burmese War. It also describes Outram's role in the suppression of the slave trade in East Africa and his efforts to promote education and social reform in India. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life and achievements of one of the most prominent British soldiers of the 19th century. It is a valuable resource for historians, military enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of British imperialism 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.

Born in 1864 in London, England, James Outram was a Church of England clergyman, mountaineer, author, businessman, militia officer and Orangeman who came to Canada at the turn of the 20th century after travelling and climbing throughout Europe. As a relatively new climber, Outram made numerous impressive ascents in the Rockies and Columbias in 1900, 1901 and 1902. In 1925, after years living in Calgary, Alberta, he retired in Victoria, B.C.