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About The Book: The Defence of Lucknow: A Diary Recording the Daily Events During the Siege of the European Residency by Thomas Fourness Wilson is a firsthand military account of the dramatic 1857 Siege of Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion. The diary captures daily events, hardships, and acts of bravery by British soldiers and civilians defending the Residency. Wilson provides vivid details of the prolonged resistance, strategic decisions, and human endurance under extreme conditions, offering a compelling and valuable historical record of one of colonial India’s most intense conflicts. About The Author: Thomas Fourness Wilson (1819–1886) was a British army officer and author known for his service in colonial India and for documenting his experiences during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. He is best remembered for his book "History of the Madras Army", which provides a detailed account of the military operations and structure of the Madras Presidency forces. Wilson's writings contribute valuable historical insight into British military administration, colonial warfare, and the role of the Madras Army in British India. The Title 'The Defence of Lucknow: A Diary Recording the Daily Events During the Siege of the European Residency written/authored/edited by Thomas Fourness Wilson', published in the year 1858. The ISBN 9789371333344 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 225 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Diary. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: