Recollections of Thirty-nine Years in the Army Gwalior and the Battle of Maharajpore, 1843; the Gold Coast of Africa, 1847-48; the Indian Mutiny, 1857-58; the expedition to China, 1860-61; the Siege of Paris, 1870-71; etc.

"Recollections of Thirty-nine Years in the Army" by Sir Charles Alexander Gordon is a captivating memoir that spans the author's long career in the British Army, offering a view into several major historical events. The narrative is a personal account of a soldier's life, beginning with his early days as a medical officer in the Buffs and their journey to India during a period of Afghan unrest, setting the tone for a story filled with duty, discipline, and the unexpected nature of military life. Gordon vividly portrays the challenges, friendships, and demanding conditions faced by British soldiers across various global campaigns, providing a look into the realities of war and military culture during the 19th century, including encounters in the First Afghan War, the Indian Mutiny, and the Siege of Paris.