In this fascinating memoir, John Sutton Edward Western recounts his experiences as an Indian cavalry officer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. From his early days in the military to his experiences in the field during the Afghan War and World War I, Western provides a vivid and insightful portrait of life in colonial India. With firsthand accounts of battles, skirmishes, and diplomatic negotiations, Reminiscences of an Indian Cavalry Officer is an essential document of a bygone era, and a vivid reminder of the bravery and sacrifice of those who served in the British Indian Army.

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