January 2024
Beginner to intermediate
456 pages
12h 20m
English
Leadership: Alang Paya, followed by his son Badawpaya.
Imperialism: Expansionist policy begins, including conquests in Upper and Lower Burma, Arakan, and Manipur.
Goal: Eyeing the rich province of Bengal, and frequent incursions into its territory.
British Stance: Initial preference for negotiation, no direct action taken.
Critical Incidents:
David Scott’s Role: Informs government of the Burmese threat, and suggests intervention routes. ...
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