Battle Of Chillianwala Flashcards
(24 cards)
What year did the Battle of Chillianwala take place?
1849
True or False: The Battle of Chillianwala was fought during the Second Anglo-Sikh War.
True
Who was the British commander during the Battle of Chillianwala?
General Sir Charles Napier
Fill in the blank: The Battle of Chillianwala was fought between British forces and _____ forces.
Sikh
What was a significant outcome of the Battle of Chillianwala?
The battle resulted in heavy casualties for both sides and was considered a tactical defeat for the British.
Which river was near the battlefield of Chillianwala?
The Ravi River
Multiple Choice: What was one of the main reasons for the British defeat at Chillianwala? A) Poor supply lines B) Overconfidence C) Lack of artillery D) Terrain disadvantage
B) Overconfidence
How many British troops were estimated to be involved in the Battle of Chillianwala?
Approximately 18,000
What was the main tactic used by Sikh forces during the battle?
Ambush and frontal assaults
True or False: The British forces were able to achieve a decisive victory at Chillianwala.
False
What was the aftermath of the Battle of Chillianwala for British military strategy?
It led to a reevaluation of British tactics in India.
Fill in the blank: The Battle of Chillianwala is often compared to the earlier Battle of _____ in terms of British military challenges.
Ghazni
Multiple Choice: Which of the following was NOT a factor in the British defeat at Chillianwala? A) Terrain B) Lack of intelligence C) Weather D) Insufficient manpower
D) Insufficient manpower
What was the primary objective of the British forces at Chillianwala?
To crush Sikh resistance and secure British control over the Punjab.
Who was the leader of the Sikh forces during the Battle of Chillianwala?
Ranjit Singh
True or False: The Battle of Chillianwala was followed by the British victory at the Battle of Gujrat.
True
What was one of the major criticisms of the British command after the battle?
Failure to properly assess the Sikh strength and tactics.
Fill in the blank: The British forces were primarily composed of _____ soldiers.
Indian and British
What was one of the long-term effects of the Battle of Chillianwala on British colonial policy?
Increased military presence and consolidation of power in Punjab.
Multiple Choice: Which battle is considered a precursor to the tactics used at Chillianwala? A) Battle of Plassey B) Battle of Waterloo C) Battle of Aliwal D) Battle of Hastings
C) Battle of Aliwal
What was the main reason for the British forces’ poor performance at Chillianwala?
Underestimation of Sikh combat effectiveness.
True or False: The Battle of Chillianwala was a turning point in the Second Anglo-Sikh War.
True
Fill in the blank: The Battle of Chillianwala had a profound impact on British _____ in India.
military strategy
What was the date of the Battle of Chillianwala?
January 13, 1849
