Colin Campbell

Campbell commanded the British relief force at Lucknow during the Indian Rebellion. His forces fought through rebel-held streets to relieve the besieged British garrison. The relief was a major turning point in the rebellion.

Campbell's forces defeated the rebel forces at Cawnpore, recapturing the city. The victory secured British control of the region and allowed the relief of Lucknow to proceed.

Campbell was appointed Commander-in-Chief of the British forces in India during the rebellion. He oversaw the suppression of the uprising and the reorganization of the British Indian Army after the war.