Indian Mutiny
At a glance:
- Series: Magill’s Guide to Military History
- Categories: Religion, Ethics, Social Issues, Reform, and Protest, Military History
- Subcategories: Colonialism, Colonies, Settlements, Empires, Dynasties, British Empire, Revolutions, Rebellions, Uprisings, Riots, Nationalism
- Curriculum: 19th Century European History, British History, Asian History
- Geographical Location: South Asia, India
- Date: January 22, 1857-July 8, 1858
Article abstract: At issue: Indian nationalism, respect for Indian religion and culture. Result: Reassertion of British rule but with moderate political reform.
Background
Since their victory at the Battle of Plassey in 1757, the British colonialists had assumed cultural superiority over India, ignoring native traditions and trying to impose European values. Naturally this policy generated ill-feeling among the Indians. Their resentment, coupled with the beginnings of Indian nationalism, would flare into open revolt.
The spark, not the cause, of...
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