Bound photocopy of the original manuscript: Memoirs of Late Sergeant John Pearman of HM 3rd of King's Own Light Dragoons.
With copies of correspondence and notes on his career compiled by Gordon Everson, 1972-1981.
Chronicles his service in the 3rd Light Dragoons in India and England, including drill duties at Sandhurst's and in the Buckinghamshire Police, 1857-1881; also includes the rantings of an old man against the inequalities of society and the religious and civil establishment; followed by a copy of a letter from Gujarat (24 Feb 1849) and notes on his family (pages 251-270).
Associated with the 1st Sikh War (1845-1846) and 2nd Sikh War (1848-1849).