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About The Book: "The Punjab in Peace and War" is a historical narrative spanning from Runjit Singh's reign to the aftermath of the Sikh Wars. It delves into significant battles such as Moodki, Perozeshah, Aliwal, and Sobraon, offering insights into the regency period (1846-1848) and the call to arms. John Lawrence's leadership during events like Chillianwala and Gujrat is emphasized. The narrative explores the Mutiny, Punjab's loyalty, triumph, and subsequent collapse of peasant prosperity under machine rule. It covers river training, canals, colonies, and the frontier, culminating in the dismemberment of the Punjab. About The Author: Septimus Smet Thorburn (1844-1924) was a retired member of the Indian Civil Service, served in Punjab and Trans Indus until 1890. Notable positions included Commissioner of Rawalpindi and Financial Commissioner of the Punjab. He retired in 1899 and joined the Council of the East India Association. Thorburn, F.R.G.S., F.R.A.S., authored several works, such as "Bannu, or Our Afghan Frontier" (1876) and "The Punjab in Peace and War" (1904). The Title 'The Punjab in Peace and War written/authored/edited by S. S. Thorburn', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789362085719 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 377 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: