02357cam a22003253u 4500 16528 UtSlPG 20260610133403.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 DS Roberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, 1832-1914 Forty-one years in India: from subaltern to commander-in-chief 41 years in India: from subaltern to commander-in-chief Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-08-14 Produced by Michael Ciesielski, Lesley Halamek and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Forty-one Years in India: From Subaltern to Commander-in-Chief" by Lord Roberts is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book narrates the author's experiences and insights gained throughout his extensive military career in India, starting from his arrival as a young officer. It primarily focuses on significant events in British India, including the Indian Mutiny, the relationships with Native tribes, and the political complexities of the time. The opening of the memoir sets the stage for Roberts' early years in India, beginning with his voyage and first impressions upon arrival in Calcutta in 1852. He describes the challenges of being separated from home, the harsh realities of military life, and the initial loneliness he felt. Through his narrative, he reflects on the cultural nuances of India and introduces key figures and events that shaped his understanding and experiences in the country. The opening sets a personal tone, offering a glimpse into the life of a soldier in a foreign land, as well as the historical context of his service during a turbulent time in Indian history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Biography Roberts, Frederick Sleigh Roberts, Earl, 1832-1914 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16528 57916 57916