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Military Memoir Of Lieut-Col. James Skinner V1: For Many Years A Distinguished Officer Commanding A Corps Of Irregular Cavalry In The Service Of The H

Military Memoir Of Lieut-Col. James Skinner V1: For Many Years A Distinguished Officer Commanding A Corps Of Irregular Cavalry In The Service Of The H

Fraser, James Baillie

Hardcover

PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 054825639X
ISBN13: 9780548256398
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jul 25 2007
Pages: 332
Weight: 1.45
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The book Military Memoir Of Lieut-Col. James Skinner V1 is a detailed account of the life and military career of Lieutenant Colonel James Skinner. Skinner was a distinguished officer who commanded a corps of irregular cavalry in the service of the British East India Company (H.E.I.C.) for many years. The book is written by James Baillie Fraser and is the first volume of a two-volume set.The book covers Skinner's early life, his entry into the H.E.I.C., and his rise through the ranks. It also provides insights into the political and military landscape of India during the early 19th century, including the Anglo-Maratha Wars and the Anglo-Sikh Wars.Skinner's leadership of his corps of irregular cavalry is a major focus of the book. The corps was made up of a diverse group of soldiers from different regions and backgrounds, and Skinner's ability to unite and lead them was a key factor in their success. The book also includes accounts of several battles and skirmishes in which Skinner and his corps were involved.Overall, Military Memoir Of Lieut-Col. James Skinner V1 provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and military career of a remarkable officer who played an important role in the history of India.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.

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