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Fragmented letter context in Bengal era intrigues and court martial tale
We glimpse a late eighteenth century correspondence praising restraint over publicity of a narrative about Sir Robert Fletcher, the Bengal court martial, and debates in the Court of Directors. The text notes Fletcher’s restoration debate, the narrative’s use as evidence, and the caution against politicizing military discipline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Evenine Paani I
Robert Fletchers
Robert Fletcher
Eathdia Company
London
Hlis
Bengal
House of Comshons
Fame Barth
Robert
Captain Smith
Smith
Bagot
Lord Clive
Calcutta
Presidency
Mr. Bagot
Sir Robert
Fort St. George
England
Fort St. Searge
Fuch
Lawrence
Cafiland
Robert Himelf
Kgeneral Court
Gakby
Pere
Carenac
Ofa
Coarlkind
Tre Court of Directors
Tae General Court
Caillaud
Company
Gbréh
Sécasion
Eaghe
Bow-Street
Beecar
Bridewell
Poe
Poti
Behnaves
Middlesex
Turnkey
Young Cox
Dick Finchley
Gilock
Boone
Egister
Iff
Preak