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The Uprising of 1857

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Introduction Of A New Gun (Enfield Rifle) In The Year _______ In The Army Became An Immediate Reason For The Revolt

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The answer is 1857.

An introduction of a new gun in the year 1857 in the army became an immediate reason for the revolt.

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