The History of the Bombay Pioneers, 1777-1933

Lieutenant Colonel W B P Tugwell, The History of the Bombay Pioneers, 1777-1933, London: The Sidney Press, 1938

xix + 439 pages including 46 black and white and 6 colour plates with 17 black and white maps; quarter bound leather with cloth covered boards. Ex-Library copy.
8.75 x 6.25 x 2.25 in (22 x 15.5 x 5.5 cm)

The definitive history of the Bombay Pioneers until its dissolution. This is the unit history of the; 107th (Hazara) Pioneers, 12th (Kelat-i-Ghilzie) Pioneers, 128th Pioneers, 48th Pioneers & 21st Pioneers of the former Bombay Presidency Army.

The book is a comprehensive and well-researched account of the history of the Bombay Pioneers, an infantry regiment of the Indian Army. The book covers the regiment's service in a number of conflicts, including the First Afghan War, the Indian Mutiny, the Second Afghan War, the North-West Frontier campaigns, and the First World War.

The book is based on a wealth of primary sources, including official records, personal memoirs, and newspaper accounts. The narrative is accurate and informative, and the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of the Bombay Pioneers. The book also provides a detailed account of the regiment's organisation, training, and equipment. It also includes a number of biographical sketches of notable officers who served with the regiment.

It is also notable for its illustrations, which include maps, photographs, and sketches. The illustrations help to bring the narrative to life and provide a valuable visual record of the regiment's uniforms, equipment, and weapons.

The History of the Bombay Pioneers, 1777-1933 is a valuable resource for military historians, historians of the Indian subcontinent, and anyone interested in the history of the British Empire. It is a classic work of military history and is still considered to be one of the most authoritative sources on the Bombay Pioneers. The book provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of this important regiment.

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