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Last Of The Bengal Lancers F. Ingall 1988 British India Military History Book

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Last Of The Bengal Lancers F. Ingall 1988 British India Military History Book

Last Of The Bengal Lancers
By Francis Ingall
Published by Leo Cooper: London 1988 1st Edition

" Last of the Bengal Lancers by Francis Ingall is a lively and engaging memoir recounting the author's experiences as one of the last British officers to serve in the historic Bengal Lancers regiment of the Indian Army. Ingall provides a rich portrait of life in British India during the final decades of the Raj, describing the training, traditions, and camaraderie of the cavalry regiment, as well as the challenges of maintaining order and discipline in a changing colonial environment. His narrative is filled with anecdotes of hunting expeditions, regimental life, polo matches, and encounters with both British and Indian personalities, offering a colorful picture of the fading world of the British officer class.

As the book progresses, Ingall reflects on the tumultuous events leading up to Indian independence and the partition of 1947, when the old order of the British Indian Army gave way to the armies of India and Pakistan. Ingall's close involvement in the transition provides a personal perspective on the emotional and practical difficulties faced by officers and soldiers as centuries-old regiments were divided. The memoir serves as both a nostalgic farewell to a vanished era and an insightful historical record of a pivotal time, blending humor, candor, and deep respect for the men with whom Ingall served."

Light scuffing to dustjacket. Small, neat inscription as shown. Pages clean and bright. Includes some interesting additions relative to the book. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 23.5cm x 16cm x 2cm - 157 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Dust Jacket", "Illustrated"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Military & War
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light scuffing to dustjacket. Small, neat inscription as shown. Pages clean and bright. Includes some interesting additions relative to the book. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Francis Ingall
Publisher: Leo Cooper: London
Year Printed: 1988
Sub-subject: British Military History