The Marquess Of Hastings, K. G. - John Ross - Bog

The Marquess of Hastings, K.G.: And the Final Overthrow of the Maratha Power is a historical book written by John Ross and originally published in 1900. The book focuses on the life and achievements of Francis Rawdon-Hastings, the 2nd Earl of Moira and later the 1st Marquess of Hastings, who was a British soldier and statesman in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.The book covers the period of the Maratha Wars, which took place between 1775 and 1818 in India. The Marathas were a powerful group of people who controlled much of India during this time. The British, led by Lord Hastings, were able to defeat the Marathas and establish British rule in India.The book provides a detailed account of the Maratha Wars, including the battles, strategies, and key players involved. It also explores the political and social context of the time, including the relationship between the British and the Indian people.Overall, The Marquess of Hastings, K.G.: And the Final Overthrow of the Maratha Power is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of India or British imperialism. It provides a detailed and insightful look at one of the most significant events in Indian history, and sheds light on the complex relationships between different groups of people during this time.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.