EP062 Shall WE NOT Revenge

INDIA SERIES 09 Episode Summary: The British Empire does not take humiliation lightly. In this episode, we follow the Army of Retribution as it storms back into Afghanistan to rescue prisoners, avenge the disastrous retreat from Kabul, and send a clear message to the world. But was it all just an expensive, bloody display of imperial pride? Episode Highlights: General Pollock’s stunning victory at the Khyber Pass—breaking a long-standing military myth. The dramatic rescue of British prisoners, including officers, women, and children. The controversial destruction of Kabul’s grand bazaar—vengeance or war crime? General Nott’s relentless battles in Kandahar. The war’s ultimate failure—thousands dead, nothing truly gained. The rise of Sir Charles Napier and Britain’s next imperial adventure in Sind. Key Takeaways: The Army of Retribution was about restoring military prestige, not long-term strategy. Afghanistan remained outside British control, but the empire proved it could strike hard when provoked. The British were already shifting their focus—India’s northwest frontier was just one piece of a larger imperial puzzle. With Afghanistan behind them, the British set their sights on Sind. Enter Sir Charles Napier, a man who would Expand the empire in his own unique style. Host’s Note: Thanks for listening! If you enjoy the podcast, please leave a review or consider supporting on Patreon to keep the show going. The post EP062 SHALL WE NOT REVENGE appeared first on AGE OF VICTORIA PODCAST .

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EP062 Shall WE NOT Revenge is an episode from AGE OF VICTORIA PODCAST by Chris Fernandez-Packham (Victorian History Lover/Queen Victoria Fan).

This episode is 42:14 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2025.

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