The Despatches, Minutes, and Correspondence of the Marquess Wellesley, K. G., During His Administration in India - Volume 2

This five-volume collection, edited by Robert Montgomery Martin and published in 1836–1837, contains papers by Richard, Lord Wellesley (1760–1842) written during his controversial period in office as Governor-General of Bengal (1798–1805). Volume 2 covers the years 1799–1802, including the treaty of Hyderabad and threats from the French.

Richard, Marquess Wellesley (1760–1842) became one of the most controversial politicians of his generation during his time as Governor-General of Bengal (1798–1805). Although this period saw him achieve territorial gains and military victories in India - including the defeat of Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore - the financial cost was considered too high. The East India Company Court of Directors in London disagreed with many of the changes he made, and Wellesley was forced to return to England. This five volume collection of papers, edited by the political activist and historian Robert Montgomery Martin (1800–1868), was published in 1836–1837 and documents Wellesley's period of office in India. Volume 2 spans the period from 1799 to 1802, including the settlement of Mysore, the treaty of Hyderabad and the encroaching threat from French troops. Wellesley also mentions his intention to establish a college to train civil servants.