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About The Book: The Shannon's Brigade in India by Edmund Hope Verney recounts the experiences of a naval brigade from HMS Shannon during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book provides a detailed narrative of the brigade's involvement in land operations, especially their contribution to the relief and capture of Lucknow. Blending military history with personal accounts, Verney highlights the bravery and hardships of British forces, offering insight into colonial military campaigns and British perceptions of the uprising. About The Author: Edmund Hope Verney (1838–1910) was a British naval officer, politician, and writer. He served in the Royal Navy and later became a Member of Parliament. Verney was known for his interest in social reform and Indian affairs, often advocating for more equitable British policies in the colonies. He authored works on India that reflected a blend of travel narrative, political critique, and cultural observation, aiming to raise awareness of the conditions and aspirations of Indian society under British rule. The Title 'The Shannon's brigade in India written/authored/edited by Edmund Hope Verney', published in the year 1862. The ISBN 9789371337465 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 183 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Military History. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol: