The Indian Rebellion of 1857: everything you wanted to know
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Terminology and Tensions: The 1857 Indian Uprising
This chapter explores the debate over labeling the 1857 uprising in India as either a mutiny or a rebellion while examining the historical relationship between the British and Indian populace. It focuses on the East India Company's evolving role and the growing discontent among Indian soldiers, which played a critical part in the lead-up to this significant event.
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