Indian Mutiny/ Indian Rebellion Thoughts

[OB]

Thanks everyone for the interesting links.  Some good reading there.

Some good points too.

On the superiority of Indian artillery- it was the same in the Anglo-Sikh Wars.  I have read testimony from British officers who served in both conflicts.  They say that the regular Indian gunners could get 3 shots off in the same time it took British gunners to fire 2.  The Indian fire was more accurate too.

No question that the lack of a chain of command greatly reduced the effectiveness of the Sepoy Armies in the field.  When this was even partially rectified they did better.  The problem was what constituted legitimate authority? Traditional Indian leaders could and did fill the gap.  Outside of that it was much more difficult.

British troops who lacked the Enfield clamoured for it.  I think the rank and file quickly appreciated its transformative effect.   I am currently of the view that the Enfield with its greater range checked the Sepoy cavalry advantage.

Glad you enjoyed the blog Sparrow.

[huevans]

Does anyone know a source for Indian scenery and buildings?

I mean those impossibly ornate palaces and fortresses with crenelations and ornaments. I would love to go all in with classic Indian scenery for an IM campaign.

[FifteensAway]

Many years ago there were a few things from Ian Weekly models, all I can recall.  These days, I'd try searching 3D prints to see what you can find.  And let us know what you do find, please.

Edit: Just took my own advice and found this: https://battlehonours3d.com/collections/middle-east-indian-mutiny?page=1

Pay Extreme Attention to what scale you order if you choose to do so, and try clicking on the bottom edge of the scale (size) button - on my computer it kept defaulting to the wrong place to adjust.  Also, pay attention to the actual contents, some of the photos show things NOT included. 

[huevans]

More Middle Eastern than Indian. Better than nothing, I guess.

[FifteensAway]

Recommend you do more searching, it didn't take long to find this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/HartoliaMiniatures?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1395140180&from_page=listing&search_query=indian+temple

You would need to either own a 3D printer or have someone willing to print.  You have not mentioned what size you are looking for - from 6 mm - 54 mm???  I would expect to pay a pretty penny - and then some - to have someone print these, probably very time consuming.

I've found items in pet store aquarium decor.  My collection is in 15 mm.