Sepoy Rebellion

The Sepoy Rebellion, also known as the Indian Mutiny of 1857, was a major uprising against British rule in India. Indian soldiers, called sepoys, revolted due to dissatisfaction with British practices, cultural insensitivity, and poor pay. The immediate trigger was the introduction of new rifle cartridges rumored to be greased with pig and cow fat, offending Hindu and Muslim soldiers. The rebellion spread across northern India, leading to fierce fighting. Although ultimately suppressed by British forces, it marked a significant turning point, leading to the end of the British East India Company's rule and the establishment of direct British government control in India.