Note
The Author wishes to express his indebtedness to Mr. J. Norvill for his valuable assistance and suggestions.
Epigraph
“I look to all my Indian soldiers to uphold the Izzat of the British Raj against an aggressive and relentless enemy.
“I know with what readiness my brave and loyal Indian soldiers are prepared to fulfil this sacred trust on the field of battle shoulder to shoulder with their comrades from all parts of the Empire. Rest assured that you will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
“I bid you to go forward and add fresh lustre to the glorious achievements and noble traditions of courage and chivalry of my Indian Army, whose honour and fame are in your hands.”