Day by Day at Lucknow: A Journal of the Siege of Lucknow - Hardcover

""Day by Day at Lucknow: A Journal of the Siege of Lucknow"" is a first-hand account of the Siege of Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The author, Adelaide Case, was the wife of a British officer stationed in Lucknow at the time of the siege. Her journal entries provide a detailed and personal account of the daily struggles and hardships faced by the British residents of Lucknow as they were besieged by Indian rebels for over three months. The book describes the constant bombardment, shortages of food and water, and the physical and emotional toll of the siege on the residents. Case also provides insights into the relationships between the British officers and their Indian servants, as well as the interactions between the British and Indian soldiers on both sides of the conflict. ""Day by Day at Lucknow"" is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant events in Indian history.1858. Written by Mrs. Case, the widow of Colonel Case, 32nd Regiment. A simple narrative of the siege of Lucknow and the wreck of the steamer that conveyed them from India.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.