The Pacification of Burma

The Pacification of Burma, published in 1912 by C. H. T. Crosthwaite, is a historical account detailing the British administrative and military efforts to integrate Upper Burma into the British Empire following its annexation in 1885. Crosthwaite, serving as Chief Commissioner, provides firsthand insights into the political dynamics, local governance, and social conditions during a period marked by chaos and armed resistance. The book highlights the challenges of establishing order and effective civil administration in a region recovering from war and lawlessness, making it a significant contribution to the understanding of colonial governance in Burma.