A Journal of the March of the Bombay Detachment, Across the Mahratta Country, From Culpee to Surat, in 1778; Commanded by Lieutenant-Colonel Goddard: (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781149928851)

"A Journal of the March of the Bombay Detachment" offers a rare firsthand account of the British military campaign across India in 1778. This historical document details the journey of the Bombay Detachment, led by Lieutenant-Colonel Goddard, from Culpee to Surat, through the Mahratta Country. The journal also includes proceedings of the Bombay Army, under Colonel Egerton, during their march toward Poonah.

This meticulously recorded journal provides valuable insights into the challenges, strategies, and daily experiences of the British forces as they navigated unfamiliar terrain and faced various logistical and military obstacles. It stands as a significant primary source for understanding British military history in India and the broader context of 18th-century colonial expeditions.

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