Before you read

Here are some pictorial glimpses of the history of our country from 1757 to 1857. These pictures and ‘speech bubbles’ will help clarify your understanding of the conditions that led to the event known as the First War of Independence in 1857.

1. The Martyrs

2. The Company’s conquests (1757-1849)

3. British Rule (1765-1836)

4. Ram Mohan Roy (1772-1833)

5. Oppression (1765-1835)

6. Dissatisfaction (1835-56)

7. The Sparks (1855-57)

8. Revolt (1857)

9. The Fight for Freedom (1857)