A History of the British Army, Vol. 2 First Part—to the Close of the Seven Years' War

CHAPTER II

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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