The Presidential Armies Of India (1890)

The Presidential Armies of India is a historical book written by Edward Stirling Rivett Carnac in 1890. The book is a detailed account of the armies that were raised and maintained by the three presidencies of British India - Bengal, Bombay, and Madras. The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of the history of the armies of British India. The author then goes on to describe the Bengal Army, which was the largest of the three armies and played a significant role in the history of India. The author also provides information about the Bombay and Madras Armies, which were smaller in size but equally important.The book is divided into chapters that cover various aspects of the armies, such as their organization, recruitment, training, and equipment. The author also provides information about the various campaigns and battles in which the armies participated, including the Anglo-Sikh Wars, the Indian Rebellion of 1857, and the Afghan Wars.The Presidential Armies of India is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British India and its military. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive account of the armies that played a crucial role in shaping 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.