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The Revolt of the Bengal Sepoys: 1857's Forgotten Front
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the lesser-known story of the Bengal Army's rebellion during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. They focus on the 19th Native Infantry at Berhampore and the 34th at Barrackpore, where Mangal Pandey's attack on British officers sparked a wider uprising. The conversation covers the immediate causes—the greased cartridge controversy and the religious fears of Hindu and Muslim sepoys—and the broader context of British annexations and social reforms. Lucas delves into the role of Lieutenant Colonel S. G. Wheler, the spread of chapati communication, and…
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