An Indian Mutiny Autographed Letter from Field Marshal Sir John Michel.
Autographed Letter dated Dinora, 22 September [1858], and signed ‘J. Michel, Major-General’ to Brigadier William Parke, during the campaign against Tantia Topee, giving precise details of Parke’s advance, the ford he needs to cross, and Michel’s own move to intercept the enemy, saying he had telegraphed Government for full command, 3pp, 8 x 6 inches, one diamond shaped filing, good condition £60-£80

Field Marshal Sir John Michel (1804-86) commanded a brigade during the Kaffir Wars. In the aftermath of the Indian Mutiny he commanded the Malwa Field Force, and, from August 1858, took command of the troops in Rajputana. Later he fought in the Second China War in 1860.
Brigadier William Parke (1822-97) commanded the 2nd Brigade of the Rajputana Field Force, including a column of light and irregular cavalry, which included 100 men of the 72nd (Duke of Albany’s Own) Highlanders mounted on camels.