Alexander cunningham: Abstract

Abstract: In the subject of archaeology, especially in South Asia, Sir Alexander Cunningham (1814–1893) is considered a trailblazer by many. The foundation for the methodical investigation and conservation of old Indian legacy was established by his services. After being appointed as the first Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in 1861 and serving in that capacity until 1865, Cunningham's extensive career began. Under his direction, the ASI began systematically ... He made some of the most explosive archaeological finds on the subcontinent including Harappa and Taxila, his work at major Buddhist sites in north and central India is pioneering, and his published works are followed to this day. Catch the incredible story of Alexander Cunningham, also known as the ‘founder of Indian archaeology’ Sir Alexander Cunningham was a British army officer and archaeologist who excavated many sites in India, including Sārnāth and Sānchi, and served as the first director of the Indian Archaeological Survey. Cunningham was born in London in 1814 to the Scottish poet Allan Cunningham (1784–1842) and his wife Jean née Walker (1791–1864). Along with his older brother, Joseph, he received his early education at Christ's Hospital, London. [2] Through the influence of Sir Walter Scott, both Joseph and Alexander obtained cadetships at the East India Company 's Addiscombe Seminary (1829–31), followed by technical training at the Royal Engineers Estate at Chatham. Alexander joined the Bengal ...