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General Sir Colin Campbell, G. C. B. Commander in Chief of the Forces in India, 1859 circa (steel engraving)
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General Sir Colin Campbell, G. C. B. Commander in Chief of the Forces in India, 1859 circa (steel engraving)
5928532 General Sir Colin Campbell, G.C.B. Commander in Chief of the Forces in India, 1859 circa (steel engraving) by Pound, Daniel John. (fl.1860); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: General Sir Colin Campbell, G.C.B. Commander in Chief of the Forces in India.
Steel engraving by D J Pound after a photograph by Mayall, published by The Illustrated News of the World, 1859 circa.
When news of the Indian Mutiny (1857-1859) reached Britain, Prime Minister Lord Palmerston offered Campbell the post of Commander-in-Chief in India. The son of a Glasgow carpenter, Campbells rise to high command was slow, despite his fine career in the Napoleonic Wars. His command of the Highland Brigade during the Crimean War brought him to public attention and finally made his reputation. He accepted Palmerstons offer and left the following day, arriving in Calcutta in August 1857. After organising his army and clearing Lower Bengal of rebels, Campbell brought about the second relief of Lucknow in November 1857. He returned to Lucknow the following March and captured the city. That year Campbell was raised to the peerage. On his return to Britain he was promoted to field marshal.); © National Army Museum
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This print showcases General Sir Colin Campbell, G. C. B. , the esteemed Commander in Chief of the Forces in India during the mid-19th century. The steel engraving, created by Daniel John Pound based on a photograph by Mayall and published by The Illustrated News of the World around 1859, captures the commanding presence and distinguished demeanor of this remarkable military leader. Born to humble beginnings as the son of a Glasgow carpenter, Campbell's journey to high command was marked by perseverance and exceptional skill. Despite his impressive service in the Napoleonic Wars, it was his leadership of the Highland Brigade during the Crimean War that truly propelled him into public recognition. When news of the Indian Mutiny reached Britain, Prime Minister Lord Palmerston wasted no time offering Campbell an influential role as Commander-in-Chief in India. Accepting without hesitation, Campbell swiftly departed for Calcutta in August 1857. His strategic brilliance allowed him to organize his army effectively and successfully clear Lower Bengal from rebel forces. Campbell's crowning achievements came with his pivotal role in both relieving Lucknow twice – first in November 1857 and then again after capturing the city himself in March 1858. These triumphs earned him a well-deserved promotion to field marshal upon returning to Britain. This extraordinary portrait immortalizes General Sir Colin Campbell's legacy as one of history's most accomplished military leaders.
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