Download or read book The Lives of a Bengal Lancer written by Francis Yeats-Brown and published by . This book was released on 1932 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Lives of a Bengal Lancer written by Francis Charles Claypon Yeats-Brown and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-08-16 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Lives of a Bengal Lancer" by Francis Charles Claypon Yeats-Brown. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Download or read book The Last of the Bengal Lancers written by Francis Ingall and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 1989-01-01 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: One of the last of the famed Bengal Lancers, Brigadier Ingall has spent most of his life in India and Pakistan. When he first went to India in 1929, all the officers were English and all the enlisted men were Indian (Hindu, Sikh and Moslem). India was part of theBritish Empire and the Army was basically involved with hunting down outlaw bands of horsemen and keeping them in order. One of his first experiences there was leading a charge on horseback (swords in hand) of the 5th D.C.O. Lancers in the battle of karawal near the Khyber Pass. Later, in the Second World War, he commanded the 6th Lancers in a drive through northern Italy. By this time he had traded their horses for light armour (manufactured by General Motors), but the hazards were no less great. In one 2-hour punch, Ingall's forces cut a swathe through the remnants of the three German Divisions and penetrated 50 miles into enemy territory. For this he won the DSO. He was also awarded an OBE by King George VI for his service as founder and head of the Pakistan Military Academy which he was invited to found by no less person then Mohammad Ali Jinnah himself. Ingall serves as the academy's Commandment until 1951. Since then he has revisited the area several times as an honoured guest of the state, In 1982 he was appointed Honorary Council General of Pakistan , in California, where he now lives, by it's president General Zia-ul-Haq , who described Ingall as 'one of the founding fathers or our army.' During his many years in India and Pakistan he knew and worked with with the areas most important dignitaries such as Lord Mountbatten and Lord Ismay, Gandhi and Nehru. This is an autobiography full of incident and humour which will delight not only the old and bold but but all those who enjoy reading about the last days of the Raj.
Download or read book Henry Hathaway written by Harold N. Pomainville and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2016-06-10 with total page 343 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For the casual film fan, Henry Hathaway is not a household name. But in a career that spanned five decades, Hathaway directed an impressive number of films and guided many actors and actresses to some their most acclaimed performances. He also helped launch the Hollywood careers of numerous actors such as Randolph Scott, Lee Marvin, Karl Malden, and Charles Bronson. His work on Niagara established Marilyn Monroe as a major star. Hathaway also guided John Wayne to his Academy Award-winning performance in the original version of True Grit. In Henry Hathaway: The Lives of a Hollywood Director, Harold N. Pomainville looks at the life and work of this Hollywood maverick. The author charts Hathaway’s career from his first low budget Western in the early 1930s through his last film in 1974. In between, he focuses his attention of the films that brought the director acclaim, including The Lives of Bengal Lancer (1935)—for which Hathaway received an Oscar nomination—noir thrillers The House on 92nd Street and Kiss of Death, and his documentary-like production of Call Northside 777 with Jimmy Stewart. In this book, the author captures Hathaway’s extroverted personality and keen intellect. He befriended some of the best known celebrities of his generationand was known for his loyalty, generosity, and integrity. He was also notorious in Hollywood for his powerful ego, explosive temper, and his dictatorial style on the set. Henry Hathaway: The Lives of a Hollywood Director is a must-read for anyone interested in the enduring work of this unheralded, but no-less-noteworthy, master of American cinema.
Download or read book The Lives of a Bengal Lancer written by Francis Yeats-Brown and published by Long Riders Guild Press. This book was released on 2001-12-01 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 1930. Francis Yeats-Brown was a journalist who wrote the best-selling book, The Lives of a Bengal Lancer and edited the journal, Everyman. He became involved in right-wing politics during the 1930s. This included membership in the January Club. He also published articles that praised General Franco in Spain and claimed Hitler had cured unemployment in Nazi Germany. Bengal Lancer describes the different stages that a British military man went through during his time stationed in India during the early 1900's. From the ever correct military society and it's eccentrics and eccentricities to the Yogis and the religious practices and beliefs of the Indian people.
Download or read book Lancer at Large written by Francis Yeats-Brown and published by . This book was released on 1939 with total page 368 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Lives of a Bengal Lancer written by Waldemar Young and published by . This book was released on 1935 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book Bengal Cavalry Regiments 1857 1914 written by Ronald Harris and published by Osprey Publishing. This book was released on 1979-07-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The British connection with India dates from the formation of the Honourable East India Company in the 17th century, when a military force was needed to protect Britain's valuable trading interests. By 1914, there were over 40 regiments of Indian cavalry, all of which were commanded by British officers. This book provides an overview of the component cavalry regiments in the years between the Great Mutiny of 1857 and the outbreak of World War I. Numerous contemporary photographs and eight colour plates offer a rare glimpse into the distinctive uniforms of the cavalry.
Download or read book Beau Geste written by P. C. Wren and published by Prabhat Prakashan. This book was released on 2024-05-31 with total page 500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Embark on an unforgettable journey with P. C. Wren's classic novel "Beau Geste". This timeless tale follows the story of the Geste brothers, who join the Foreign Legion in search of adventure and a new beginning. As you read through this gripping story, you'll be captivated by the characters' experiences and the challenges they face in their quest for honor, loyalty, and redemption. With its engaging narrative and vivid descriptions, this book offers a unique perspective on the importance of courage, resilience, and brotherhood in overcoming adversity and finding one's place in the world. As you delve into the pages of this timeless novel, you'll be captivated by the Geste brothers' adventures and the challenges they face. The engaging storytelling and rich descriptions add depth to this unforgettable story, offering a comprehensive understanding of the principles of courage, resilience, and brotherhood in the face of adversity. But here's the twist that will keep you engaged: How do the Geste brothers' experiences in "Beau Geste" demonstrate the power of courage, resilience, and brotherhood in overcoming challenges and finding one's place in the world? This novel invites you to reflect, learn, and ponder the significance of these qualities in shaping one's character and understanding of the world. It also encourages you to embrace the power of loyalty and the importance of standing by one's family and friends. Explore the intricate details of the Geste brothers' adventures, where each challenge serves as a testament to the power of courage, resilience, and brotherhood in overcoming adversity. The gripping storytelling and engaging narrative create a reading experience like no other, inviting you to ponder the intricacies of personal growth and the importance of loyalty through the lens of P. C. Wren's timeless tale. Are you prepared to embark on the unforgettable journey presented in P. C. Wren's "Beau Geste"? Indulge in the world of honor, loyalty, and redemption as presented in this captivating novel. The engaging storytelling and vivid descriptions in "Beau Geste" provoke reflection and inspire a deeper understanding of the importance of courage, resilience, and brotherhood in overcoming challenges and finding one's place in the world. This novel offers a unique perspective on the transformative power of loyalty and the importance of standing by one's family and friends. Here's your chance to explore the unforgettable journey of courage, resilience, and brotherhood through the lens of P. C. Wren's classic tale. This is more than a story of the Foreign Legion; it's a tale of honor, loyalty, and redemption that teaches valuable lessons about life and personal growth. Will you dare to embark on this unforgettable exploration of courage, resilience, and brotherhood? Seize the opportunity to own a piece of timeless wisdom. Purchase "Beau Geste" now, and let the engaging blend of storytelling and vivid descriptions transport you into the life-changing world of P. C. Wren's tale of courage, resilience, and brotherhood.
Download or read book The Collaboration written by Ben Urwand and published by Belknap Press. This book was released on 2015-10-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: To continue doing business in Germany after Hitler's ascent to power, Hollywood studios agreed not to make films that attacked the Nazis or condemned Germany's persecution of Jews. Ben Urwand reveals this bargain for the first time—a "collaboration" (Zusammenarbeit) that drew in a cast of characters ranging from notorious German political leaders such as Goebbels to Hollywood icons such as Louis B. Mayer. At the center of Urwand's story is Hitler himself, who was obsessed with movies and recognized their power to shape public opinion. In December 1930, his Party rioted against the Berlin screening of All Quiet on the Western Front, which led to a chain of unfortunate events and decisions. Fearful of losing access to the German market, all of the Hollywood studios started making concessions to the German government, and when Hitler came to power in January 1933, the studios—many of which were headed by Jews—began dealing with his representatives directly. Urwand shows that the arrangement remained in place through the 1930s, as Hollywood studios met regularly with the German consul in Los Angeles and changed or canceled movies according to his wishes. Paramount and Fox invested profits made from the German market in German newsreels, while MGM financed the production of German armaments. Painstakingly marshaling previously unexamined archival evidence, The Collaboration raises the curtain on a hidden episode in Hollywood—and American—history.
Download or read book Hollywood and the Great Depression written by Iwan Morgan and published by Edinburgh University Press. This book was released on 2016-10-31 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines how Hollywood responded to and reflected the political and social changes that America experienced during the 1930sIn the popular imagination, 1930s Hollywood was a dream factory producing escapist movies to distract the American people from the greatest economic crisis in their nations history. But while many films of the period conform to this stereotype, there were a significant number that promoted a message, either explicitly or implicitly, in support of the political, social and economic change broadly associated with President Franklin D. Roosevelts New Deal programme. At the same time, Hollywood was in the forefront of challenging traditional gender roles, both in terms of movie representations of women and the role of women within the studio system. With case studies of actors like Shirley Temple, Cary Grant and Fred Astaire, as well as a selection of films that reflect politics and society in the Depression decade, this fascinating book examines how the challenges of the Great Depression impacted on Hollywood and how it responded to them.Topics covered include:How Hollywood offered positive representations of working womenCongressional investigations of big-studio monopolization over movie distributionHow three different types of musical genres related in different ways to the Great Depression the Warner Bros Great Depression Musicals of 1933, the Astaire/Rogers movies, and the MGM akids musicals of the late 1930sThe problems of independent production exemplified in King Vidors Our Daily BreadCary Grants success in developing a debonair screen persona amid Depression conditionsContributors Harvey G. Cohen, King's College LondonPhilip John Davies, British LibraryDavid Eldridge, University of HullPeter William Evans, Queen Mary, University of LondonMark Glancy, Queen Mary University of LondonIna Rae Hark, University of South CarolinaIwan Morgan, University College LondonBrian Neve, University of BathIan Scott, University of ManchesterAnna Siomopoulos, Bentley UniversityJ. E. Smyth, University of WarwickMelvyn Stokes, University College LondonMark Wheeler, London Metropolitan University
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Download or read book The Ten foot Chain or Can Love Survive the Shackles A Unique Symposium written by Max Brand and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-07-31 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "The Ten-foot Chain; or, Can Love Survive the Shackles? A Unique Symposium" by Max Brand, Perley Poore Sheehan, Achmed Abdullah, E. K. Means. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
Download or read book 101 Sci Fi Movies You Must See Before You Die written by Steven Jay Schneider and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Can you tell your Dagobah from your Delos and your Ming from your Morlock? Do you need help understanding 2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY? From the classic low-budget Flash Gordon tales to the slick CGI-realised world of THE MATRIX, science-fiction films have long pushed the boundaries of the visually and dramatically fantastic. 101 SCI-FI MOVIES YOU MUST SEE BEFORE YOU DIE is your perfect one-stop guide to them all. Science fiction allows every other movie genre to leap - quite literally - into another dimension. Take a classic police chase and set it on Mars. Create a haunted house story, then add the robots. Take the classic boy-meets-girl story, then make them mutants. Great sci-fi movies turn the known world onto its head, play with the laws of physics and all the while hold the viewer spellbound with a gripping vision of future worlds. With insight from critics, film historians, and academics, 101 SCI-FI MOVIES YOU MUST SEE BEFORE YOU DIE, applies knowledge and passion to a century of close encounters, distant planets, time travel, black holes, strange outfits, futuristic technology, inexplicable forces, fantastic spaceships, fluorescent drinks and subterranean societies. Strap yourself in: you′re set for a rocket ride to sci-fi heaven.
Download or read book Afghan Wars and the North West Frontier 1839 1947 written by Michael Barthorp and published by Weidenfeld & Nicolson. This book was released on 2002 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the 1830s to Indian independence in 1947, British soldiers fought constant wars with the most implacable guerrilla-fighters in history. The Afghan mountain tribes were fiercely independent. For generations they had plundered the north Indian plain, until the British took charge and alternated between paying them subsidies (bribes to cease their raiding) and launching punitive military expeditions to teach them manners. It was a strange war fought to its own rules. Neither side took prisoners. Yet a grudging respect for the enemy and a concern to stick by unwritten codes of conduct governed this 100-year war. Immortalized by Kipling, the British Army in India fought along the frontier until the withdrawal from the sub-continent in 1947. Michael Barthorp tells the story in a vivid style.
Download or read book Hardly Ever a Dull Moment written by Ernest Kelvin Fisk and published by Asia Pacific Press. This book was released on 1995 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fifth in the 'History of Development Studies' series, this autobiography tells of the author's childhood, war experience in the Pacific as an officer in the Australian Signal Corps, his work with the Malayan Civil Service where he developed his 'grassroots perspective' on development issues and his subsequent career in development economics at the ANU, Canberra. Provides insight into post-war South-East Asian development theory and practice, and speculates on issues such as the goals of development and the social effects of development policy. Includes an index.
