William Henry Sleeman
William Henry Sleeman was a British Army officer and administrator in India, known for his role in eradicating the thuggee cult, a secret society of criminals in the 19th century. His efforts led to significant changes in colonial policy towards crime and order in India. Sleeman's legacy is also notable for his contributions to the understanding of Indian culture and history, as well as for inspiring literary works that depict colonial India.
Born on Jun 08, 1788 (236 years old)
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William Henry Sleeman is noted for his role in eliminating the thugs in India during the British Raj.
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