Capture of Delhi14 June 1857
The arrival of more British reinforcements finally leads to the defeat of the mutineers by John Nicholson, Commander of the relief force, after six days of street fighting, Delhi is recaptured
Historical person
John Nicholson Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for John Nicholson, based on 2 World History Database records associated with Great Britain.
2 records1857–18572 events1 places
Chronological biography
1857
Siege of Delhi14 June 1857
The arrival of more British reinforcements finally leads to the defeat of the mutineers by John Nicholson, Commander of the relief force, after six days of street fighting, Delhi is recaptured
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