Heroes of the Indian Empire: Or Stories of Valour and Victory (1886)

""Heroes of the Indian Empire: Or Stories of Valour and Victory"" is a historical book written by Ernest Foster in 1886. The book provides a comprehensive account of the brave soldiers who served in the Indian Empire during the British Raj. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which tells the story of a different hero who demonstrated courage, bravery, and selflessness in the face of adversity. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the Indian Mutiny of 1857, the Afghan Wars, the Burma Campaign, and the Northwest Frontier. The author provides detailed descriptions of the battles, the strategies employed, and the individual acts of heroism that took place during these conflicts. The heroes featured in the book include both British and Indian soldiers, and the author pays tribute to their bravery and sacrifice. The book also sheds light on the social and political context of the time, including the tensions between the British and the Indian people. Overall, ""Heroes of the Indian Empire"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in military history, colonialism, and the relationship between Britain and India during the 19th century. The book is well-researched and provides a vivid and engaging account of the brave soldiers who fought for the Indian Empire.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.