General Barnard is on the point of death Brigadier Wilson will probably command the Field Force. Henry Marten and the other from the Camp arrived safely on 4 Jul. Dated as: Camp Delhi 5 Jul 1857
General Barnard's funeral. The Field Force are making no progress with their work. The feebleness of General Reed. Meeting with Lieutenant Baillie and Lieutenant T. Dickins. Dated as: Camp Delhi 6 Jul 1857
Baird Smith in his ultimatum on 6 Jul advising an immediate assault, although he thinks it is unlikely this will be achieved. Life at Delhi very different from that at Roorkee. Dated as: Delhi 7 Jul 1857
Riot in a regiment of Irregular Cavalry in the camp. Battle with the enemy on the right of the camp, enemy losses said to be 1000 men. Baird Smith believes, the only chance of taking Delhi is by an assault which grows more difficult with delay. Arrival of Brownlow with all his people except 20 w...
Baird Smith's illness. His project of attack sent in on the 6th, but as yet notice has not been taken of it, although the General has been seen studying the papers. Baird Smith believes it has been determined to wait for General Grant.
Baird Smith's illness. Suspects it has been determined that they are not to make an assault on Delhi. Believes the Adjutant-General, Brigadier Neville Chamberlain is coming to discuss the matter with him, and hopes for a decision.
Baird Smith's recovery. The risks are considered too great for an assault, though Baird Smith still holds to his opinion. News from Agra, those who shut Colvin up in the fort are making for Delhi, but Baird Smith is confident of the strength of the position of the Field Force. Dated as: Camp De...
A visit to the batteries with Lieutenant G.T. Chesney. On Jul 13 Baird Smith had an interview with the General who informed him an assault was too dangerous. They are now to remain on the defensive. Dislikes their crowded position, and hopes to get a more open one for the camp. Death of Captain S...