First Relief of Lucknow

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:military_operation
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Battle_of_Lucknow
gptkbp:aftermath Continued fighting in Lucknow
gptkbp:casualties Significant British and Indian casualties
gptkbp:challenges Harsh weather conditions
Limited resources
Communication issues
Logistical difficulties
Resistance from rebel forces
gptkbp:commanded gptkb:Sir_Henry_Lawrence
gptkbp:cultural_impact Inspired literature and art
gptkbp:date November 17, 1857
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:Second_Relief_of_Lucknow
gptkbp:historical_context Part of the larger context of colonial resistance
gptkbp:historical_impact Influenced British military tactics in India
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label First Relief of Lucknow
gptkbp:involved_forces gptkb:British_East_India_Company
Indian soldiers
gptkbp:involved_units gptkb:military_unit
gptkb:Naval_Brigade
gptkb:Bengal_Infantry
gptkb:Highland_Brigade
gptkb:Bengal_Cavalry
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in Books and films
Memorials in India
gptkbp:legacy Commemoration in military history
Symbol of British resilience
Part of Indian independence narrative
gptkbp:location gptkb:Lucknow
gptkbp:military_strategy Siege warfare tactics
Relief column approach
gptkbp:notable_figures gptkb:General_Sir_Colin_Campbell
gptkb:Major_General_Sir_Henry_Havelock
gptkb:Lieutenant_Colonel_John_Inglis
gptkbp:outcome Strengthened British control in India
Increased tensions between British and Indian forces
Successful relief of the garrison
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Indian_Rebellion_of_1857
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Revolt_of_1857
gptkb:Battle_of_Cawnpore
gptkb:Siege_of_Lucknow
gptkbp:result Relief of besieged British forces
gptkbp:significance Turning point in the siege of Lucknow
gptkbp:strategic_importance Control of northern India