Launches an invasion in order to destroy Sikh power in India
Historical person
James Dalhousie Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for James Dalhousie, based on 9 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
Chronological biography
1846
Appointed Governor General of India
Launches an invasion in order to destroy Sikh power in India
1849
The British defeat the Sikhs
The British defeat the Sikhs
A British force is defeated by the Sikhs
The British capture the Punjab
Sikh organised resistance collapses as the remaining forces lay down their arms.
The Sikhs lay down their arms
Titles and roles
Governor General
Record provenance
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