Reminiscences of the Great Mutiny 1857-59 Including the relief, siege, and capture of Lucknow, and the campaigns in Rohilcund and Oude

"Reminiscences of the Great Mutiny 1857-59" by William Forbes-Mitchell is a historical narrative covering the author’s time during the Indian Rebellion, often called the Great Mutiny, with a focus on the Ninety-Third Sutherland Highlanders. Forbes-Mitchell shares his first-hand encounters during events like the relief, siege, and capture of Lucknow, vividly recounting the courage and difficulties endured by both soldiers and regular people during this conflict. At the beginning, Forbes-Mitchell discusses why he felt compelled to write this account, wanting to archive the vanishing experiences of those who fought in the Mutiny. He recalls the Highlanders' trip to India, their destination switched from China, landing them directly into the middle of the uprising. With striking stories and observations, he paints a picture of the acts of bravery and the stark realities of war, giving a close look at personal and group experiences as the regiment moved toward the heart of enemy territory to free the trapped people at Lucknow.