Hickey’s Bengal Gazette

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Wellesley’s Grand Banquet in Lok Bhavan as a Symbol of British Plunder

Wellesley’s Grand Banquet in Lok Bhavan as a Symbol of British Plunder

On January 26, 1803, Wellesley throws a lavish dinner at Lok Bhavan, Calcutta, attended by Valentia. Its extravagance is funded by the British plunder of India.