A History of the British Army, Vol. 2 First Part—to the Close of the Seven Years' War
CHAPTER II
British Interference at Tanjore 192
Dupleix's Schemes for French Predominance in the Deccan 193
Bussy installed at Aurungabad 197
Zenith of French Rule in India 197
The British resolve to Oppose the French 198
The Contest centres about Trichinopoly 198
The British shut up in Trichinopoly 199
Clive proposes a diversion against Arcot 200
His Operations 200
Action of Covrepauk 204
Lawrence Marches to relieve Trichinopoly 209
The French retire to Seringham 210
Surprise of Clive's Force at Samiaveram 211
Surrender of the French Force 214