Indian Army in the First World War : New Perspectives.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Jeffreys, Alan.

Series:

War and Military Culture in South Asia Series

War and Military Culture in South Asia Series ; v.6

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Indian soldiers.

Indian military personnel.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (316 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Havertown : Helion & Company, Limited, 2018.

Summary:

The book 'The Indian Army in the First World War: New Perspectives' provides a comprehensive analysis of the Indian Army's role and contributions during the First World War. Edited by Alan Jeffreys, it explores various aspects of military operations, cultural dynamics, and strategic challenges faced by the Indian Army. The book includes contributions from multiple experts who delve into topics such as the mobilization of Indian troops, the defense of strategic locations like the Suez Canal, and the experiences of Indian soldiers in different theatres of war. It aims to shed light on the often-overlooked contributions of Indian soldiers and officers in the global conflict, offering new insights into the military culture of South Asia between 1757 and 1947. The intended audience includes historians, military enthusiasts, and readers interested in colonial history and military studies. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Book Title

Copyright

Contents

List of Maps

List of Contributors

Foreword by Rana Chhina

Introduction

1 Neglected Soldiers Raymond Callahan &amp

Daniel Marston

2 'I Shall Die Arms in Hand, Wearing the Warriors' Clothes': Mobilisation and Initial Operations of the Indian Army in France and Flanders Rob Johnson

3 The Mobilisation and Supply of India's Equine Army 1914: The chief arm of transport, artillery, cavalry and support units are their animals Graham Winton

4 Beyond the Hindu Kush: Imperial Defence, Expeditionary Warfare and the Role of the Indian Army Joseph Moretz

5 Keeping the 'Highway to India' Open: The Indian Army and the Defence of the Suez Canal 1914-15 Adam Prime

6 The Dark Shadow of the Dardanelles: Churchill's World Crisis and his Portrayal of the Indian Army at Gallipoli Cat Wilson

7 'The Greatest Muslim Power in the World': Islam, the Indian Army and the Grand Strategy of British India, 1914-1916 David Omissi

8 The Expansion of the Indian Army Officer Corps during the First World War Alan Jeffreys

9 The Sikh Experience David Omissi

10 Indian Prisoners of War in Germany during First World War Andrew Jarboe

11 The Indian Cavalry in Palestine 1917-19 Michael Creese

12 India and the Mesopotamia Campaign Kristian Coates Ulrichsen

13 Terriers in India: a preliminary report Peter Stanley

14 Tiger by the Tail: Demobilization of the Indian Army of War, 1918-1923 Anirudh Deshpande

Select Bibliography

Index

Back Cover.

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ISBN:

9781804516133

1804516139

OCLC:

1492993640