Twelve Years of a Soldier's Life in India: Being Extracts from the Letters of the Late Major W. S. R. Hodson, B. a.

Twelve Years of a Soldier's Life in India is a collection of letters by Major W. S. R. Hodson, detailing his experiences as a soldier in the British Indian army during the mid-19th century, particularly during the Indian Rebellion of 1857. The book provides insights into Hodson's military engagements, the challenges of colonial warfare, and the emotional turmoil of soldiers and their families. Notably, Hodson played a significant role in the conflict, leading a regiment known as 'Hodson's Horse' and capturing the last Mughal emperor, which has left a controversial legacy. The work is illustrated with maps and portraits, enhancing its historical context.