The Anglo-Russian War: The British Indian Forces at the Battle of Malana

[Dining Room Battles]

"Send another wire to Headquarters: //Situation a bit sticky in Malana. STOP. Things are pretty sticky up there. STOP. Would you mind sending some troops? END// Yep, that should do."

As mentioned last time, though not officially declared, war has come to the disputed territory between the Russian Empire and the British Raj in the Princely State of Chaimbellistan. The advanced elements of the 2nd Siberian Corps, under the command of General Baron Georgii Karlovich Stackelberg are advancing on the town (village) of Malana which is lightly held.
Maharaja Tukoji Rao II Holkar, leader of the Princely State of Chaimbellistan, is rapidly mustering his forces and has officially requested military assistance from Calcutta. First on the scene is Brigadier General Nigel Humphreys-Farrell, KCSI, DSO, etc.

Charlie, isn't that a Russian Army over there on the other side of the Amu Darya River ?"
"Yes sir."
"Not very sporting of them not tell us that they would be here, is it?"
"No sir."

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[JBaumal]

Neil, great stuff sir! Your battle reports are big fun to read. Great collection.

[Dining Room Battles]

Thanks!