CHAPTER XVII.

Wilson's difficulties--Nicholson's resolve --Arrangements for the assault --Construction of breaching batteries --Nicholson expresses his satisfaction --Orders for the assault issued --Composition of the attacking columns

Delhi stormed--The scene at the Kashmir Gate --Bold front by Artillery and Cavalry --Nicholson wounded--The last I saw of Nicholson --Wilson wavers--Holding on to the walls of Delhi

Capture of the Burn bastion --The 60th Rifles storm the palace --Hodson captures the King of Delhi --Nicholson's death--Gallantry of the troops --Praise from Lord Canning