George White and the Victorian Army in India and Africa

The book delves into George S. White's significant military career within the British Army, highlighting his involvement in key conflicts such as the Indian Rebellion and the Second Anglo-Afghan War, where he was awarded the Victoria Cross. It examines his roles in various campaigns, including the Sudan and the conquest of Upper Burma, as well as his leadership during the prolonged siege of Ladysmith in the South African War. White's impact on military reforms and his eventual promotion to Field-Marshal in 1903 are also explored, contextualizing his contributions to British military history.