First War of Independence 1857

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:historical_events
gptkbp:aftermath Indian Nationalism
formation of Indian National Congress
gptkbp:caused_by discontent with British rule
gptkbp:cultural_impact commemorated in memorials
depicted in literature and films
inspiration for future freedom fighters
celebrated in Indian history
observed as a significant historical event
gptkbp:date 1857
gptkbp:duration May 1857 to March 1858
gptkbp:historical_significance symbol of resistance
first large-scale rebellion against British rule
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label First War of Independence 1857
gptkbp:involved_parties gptkb:British_East_India_Company
Indian soldiers
Indian civilians
gptkbp:key_figures gptkb:Rani_Lakshmibai
gptkb:Bahadur_Shah_II
gptkb:Mangal_Pandey
gptkbp:known_as gptkb:Indian_Rebellion_of_1857
gptkbp:legacy influenced anti-colonial movements worldwide
inspired future generations for independence
led to changes in British colonial policy
recognized as a pivotal moment in Indian history
remains a topic of study in history courses
gptkbp:location gptkb:India
gptkbp:outcome end of the Mughal Empire
establishment of direct British rule
gptkbp:primary_source letters and diaries of participants
British military reports
newspaper articles from the time
historical accounts by historians
government documents from the period
gptkbp:related_event gptkb:Civil_Disobedience_Movement
gptkb:Indian_independence_movement
gptkb:Quit_India_Movement
gptkb:Partition_of_Bengal_1905
gptkb:Revolt_of_1857
Non-Cooperation Movement
Indian National Congress formation
gptkbp:significant_event gptkb:Sepoy_Mutiny
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Red_Fort
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5