The Shannon’s brigade in India

The Shannon’s Brigade in India by Edmund Hope Verney recounts the experiences of a naval brigade from HMS Shannon during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book provides a detailed narrative of the brigade’s involvement in land operations, especially their contribution to the relief and capture of Lucknow. Blending military history with personal accounts, Verney highlights the bravery and hardships of British forces, offering insight into colonial military campaigns and British perceptions of the uprising.