Dictionary of Indian Biography/Campbell, John (1753-1784)
CAMPBELL, JOHN (1753–1784)
Son of John Campbell, Lord Stonefield : born Dec. 7, 1753 : entered the Army in 1771 : served in America : went as Lt-Colonel to India in 1782 : was engaged against Hyder Ali : was at Bednore and Anantapur : the British force being driven into Mangalore by Tippoo, Campbell was left in command and made the famous defence of that town from May, 1783, to Jan.,1784, when he was compelled to surrender : he died, from his exertions, Feb. 23, 1784.