Journal of Capt (later Lt Col) Andrew Wilson Hearsey, kept during the 2nd Mysore War, 1780-1781.
Contains two narratives written on alternate openings: 'A Journal from Calcutta to the Carnatic December the 18th 1780.' Contains account of 557 mile journey from Calcutta to Vizanagrum, which was completed on 11 Apr 1781.
' A Journal from St Tho Mount Madras of The Campaigns of The Carnatic August the 16th 1781.' Describes Coote's campaign against Hyder Ali up to 23 Oct 1781, including capture of Tripassoor on 22 Aug 1781 and the battle of Sholinghur on 26 Sept 1781.
48 folios.