Remarks on the Most Important Military Operations of the English Forces, on the Western Side of the Peninsula of Hindoostan (Classic Reprint): In ... General Mathews, Is Vindicated, from - Softcover

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Challenging the published view of a colonial war, this collection argues for a fair, evidence‑based account of British operations in western India during the 1780s.

This nonfiction work gathers letters and reflections that defend the conduct of officers and soldiers under Brigadier General Mathews. Set against the siege and recovery of Mangulore, it weaves military detail with commentary on leadership, justice, and imperial policy. The author aims to balance criticism with a measured portrayal of courage, discipline, and the costs of war on both sides.

• Read a firsthand frame of reference on the western campaigns in India during 1783–1784.
• Discover how a colonial army is described, defended, and sometimes criticized in public discourse.
• Learn about decisions, sieges, and the human dimension of long military engagements.
• Explore the broader questions about governance, wealth, and power tied to imperial conflict.

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