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.