Episode 229

Though the Bengal Army spearheaded the struggle, it consisted of members from all parts of India. The 21st and 27th infantry Regiments of the Bombay Army joined with the revolutionaries. In Madras, the army also reacted, but not as in the North. 1044 sepoys of the Madras Army were court-marshalled for being sympathetic to the freedom fighters. Also, minor eruptions took place in various towns of Madras. The 8th cavalry was unhorsed and disarmed when they declared that they would not go forth to fight a war against their countrymen. The Madras Sepoys also supported the movement and would have joined it if they got an opportunity. Courtesy Janam.tv