Focus: Examines Punjab’s involvement and strategic significance during the 1857 rebellion against British colonial rule in India.

Key Themes:

• Rebellion in Punjab: Analyzes the response of Punjab’s rulers, military forces, and local population to the uprising, and their alignment with or against the British.
• Role of Sikh and Muslim Soldiers: Highlights the participation of Sikh soldiers, as well as Muslim and Hindu communities, in the rebellion.
• British Response: Discusses the British colonial strategy in Punjab to suppress the rebellion, including military actions and policies.
• Political Landscape: Explores the political dynamics in Punjab, with its local rulers, such as the British-backed Maharaja of Patiala, playing key roles during the conflict.