When did English forces occupied Gauhati from the Burmese? [#825]

The British occupied Guwahati on March 28, 1824, during the First Anglo-Burmese War. The war lasted from 1824 to 1826 and was the first of three wars between the British and Burmese empires in the 19th century. The British captured Guwahati, Raha, and Nowgong in less than a month. The British also made administrative arrangements by October 1824. The war resulted in parts of Burma coming under the control of the East India Company. Assam became a part of India in 1826 after the Treaty of Yandaboo.

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The British occupied Guwahati on March 28, 1824, during the First Anglo-Burmese War. The war lasted from 1824 to 1826 and was the first of three wars between the British and Burmese empires in the 19th century. The British captured Guwahati, Raha, and Nowgong in less than a month. The British also made administrative arrangements by October 1824. The war resulted in parts of Burma coming under the control of the East India Company. Assam became a part of India in 1826 after the Treaty of Yandaboo.

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Ananda Chandra Agarwala, a prominent figure in Assamese literature, is known for using the pen name 'Sri Harsha'. He was a versatile writer, poet, and scholar who made significant contributions to Assamese literature and culture.

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Ananda Chandra Agarwala, a prominent figure in Assamese literature, is known for using the pen name 'Sri Harsha'. He was a versatile writer, poet, and scholar who made significant contributions to Assamese literature and culture.

Bhabendra Nath Saikia is a prominent Assamese writer who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1976 for his collection of short stories, "Srinkhal".

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Bhabendra Nath Saikia is a prominent Assamese writer who was honored with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1976 for his collection of short stories, "Srinkhal".

The Dhola-Sadia Bridge, officially known as the Bhupen Hazarika Setu, spans the Lohit River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, and connects Dhola in Assam with Sadia in Arunachal Pradesh. This bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two states and improves connectivity in the region. It is one of the longest river bridges in India.

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The Dhola-Sadia Bridge, officially known as the Bhupen Hazarika Setu, spans the Lohit River, a tributary of the Brahmaputra, and connects Dhola in Assam with Sadia in Arunachal Pradesh. This bridge significantly reduces travel time between the two states and improves connectivity in the region. It is one of the longest river bridges in India.

The Varmana dynasty ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa, which is now primarily located in the state of Assam, India. Pragjyotishpura served as the capital of this powerful dynasty.

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The Varmana dynasty ruled over the ancient kingdom of Kamarupa, which is now primarily located in the state of Assam, India. Pragjyotishpura served as the capital of this powerful dynasty.

White tea is a rare and delicate variety of tea known for its subtle, sweet flavor. It is often enjoyed without milk or sugar to preserve its natural taste. While Assam is primarily known for black tea, white tea cultivation has also gained popularity in recent years.

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White tea is a rare and delicate variety of tea known for its subtle, sweet flavor. It is often enjoyed without milk or sugar to preserve its natural taste. While Assam is primarily known for black tea, white tea cultivation has also gained popularity in recent years.

Tusu Puja is a significant harvest festival primarily observed by the tea tribes and other tribal communities in Assam, as well as in parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha.

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Tusu Puja is a significant harvest festival primarily observed by the tea tribes and other tribal communities in Assam, as well as in parts of West Bengal, Jharkhand, and Odisha.

In 1985, Bodo has been recognized as an associated state official language of Assam.

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In 1985, Bodo has been recognized as an associated state official language of Assam.

Muga silk is a unique and highly prized silk variety native to Assam, recognized for its natural golden color.

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Muga silk is a unique and highly prized silk variety native to Assam, recognized for its natural golden color.

The Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) is primarily engaged in providing public transportation services through a network of buses operating across Assam and connecting to some neighboring states. While other modes of transport exist in Assam, ASTC's core function is operating bus services, making it a key player in the state's road transport system.

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The Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC) is primarily engaged in providing public transportation services through a network of buses operating across Assam and connecting to some neighboring states. While other modes of transport exist in Assam, ASTC's core function is operating bus services, making it a key player in the state's road transport system.