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George Stewart joined the Indian Army as an
ensign in 1856. His first posting was a volunteer cavalry regiment with whom he
was present at many actions during the Indian Mutiny including the Relief of
Lucknow.
He then served in the 1st Sikh Cavalry throughout many campaigns
including China in 1860. His first action with the Corps of Guides was in the
Jowaki Expedition in 1877-78 under General Keyes. He commanded a cavalry attack
on the Utman Khel villages in March 1878. During the Afghan War of 1878-80 Stewart was put in command of the Corps
of Guides cavalry with the rank of Lieutenant-Colonel. He was present at Ali
Masjid, Charasia and the actions around Kabul in December 1879.
He was
promoted to Colonel in 1883 and Major-General in 1887. This photo was taken at
Kabul in 1880. He wears the patrol jacket and undress pouchbelt.
