Revisiting Lucknow of 1857-58

Follow the route of Havelock, Outram & Colin Campbell to relieve Lucknow

Lucknow, situated west of the Gomti River, approximately 42 miles east of Cawnpore and 610 miles from Calcutta, served as the capital of the province of Oudh. Its annexation in 1856 became a significant underlying cause of the subsequent mutiny. It’s compelling to consider how a more flexible British rule, one that respected local sentiments, might have altered the course of history.

Oudh had historically been a crucial recruitment ground for the East India Company’s infantry. The region possessed a notably armed and militarized populace, supplying soldiers for various interests beyond just the British. The disbandment of the Nawab’s extensive court and army, affecting around 200,000 men along with supporting services (including 12,000 armourers), coupled with the dispossession of numerous landowners and talukdars, proved to be a critical error by the British in India. This action left a substantial number of skilled armed men unemployed, creating a potent force ready to oppose the East India Company, whom they perceived as responsible for their plight.

The appointment of Sir Henry Lawrence as Chief Commissioner of Oudh might have shifted the political landscape and potentially aligned the people of Oudh with the British. However, this occurred too late, as by May 1857, the atmosphere in Oudh was already highly charged, setting the stage for a full-scale siege.

Our uniquely curated tour, ‘Revisiting Lucknow of 1857-58’, offers an insightful journey through the routes taken by Havelock, Outram, and Colin Campbell. We will explore the key areas that were central during the siege of Lucknow. Our aim is to understand the progression of this intense siege towards its conclusion, acknowledging the sacrifices made by all involved.

TARIFF....

Per Guest

INR 11000 (Min 2 Guests)

Includes:

An exclusive car.
Services of an exclusive Mutiny Specialist Guide and all entrances.
Visit : Alambagh, Dilkusha, La Martiniere, Sikanderbagh, Shahnajaf, Moti Mahal, Residency, Musa Bagh & Old British Cantonment.
Mutiny related reference material shown during the drive (hand-outs, maps and pictures).
Lunch at a local restaurant.
A book on Indian Mutiny as giveaway.

This is an exclusive independent tour and operates every day. Ideal time of starting would be 0800 hrs, while we return to our hotel by 1800 hrs.

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