Robert Nicholson (Indian Army officer) facts for kids
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Robert Nicholson
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| Born | 1745 |
| Died | 1821 (aged 75–76) York Place, Marylebone, London |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
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Indian Army |
| Rank | Lieutenant-General |
| Commands held | Bombay Army |
Robert Nicholson (1745–1821) was a British military officer. He served in India and briefly led the Bombay Army in 1800. He held the rank of Lieutenant-General, which is a very high position in the army.
Military Career
Robert Nicholson was born in 1745. His parents were Alexander Nicholson and Mary Murray.
Joining the Army
Around 1763, Robert Nicholson joined the army in Bombay, India. This army was part of the Honourable East India Company. This company was a powerful British trading company that also had its own military forces in India.
Service and Leadership
In 1772, during the siege of Barouche, Robert Nicholson was injured and lost his leg. Despite this, he bravely continued his service in the army. He rose through the ranks and became the Chief Engineer at Bombay. This meant he was in charge of building and maintaining military structures.
From 1800, he took on an even bigger role. He became the commander of the troops in the Bombay Army. This was a very important job, leading many soldiers.
Retirement
Robert Nicholson retired from his military career in 1803. He then moved back to England. He passed away in 1821 in London.
