Manuscript and printed copies of Lewis Pelly's record of service up to 1875 [‎14v] (28/50)

On various visits to the Clmab Arabs, Mekran Littoral Tribes, Arab Chiefs of the
Arabian Littoral, and other points around the Shores of the Persian Gulf The historical term used to describe the body of water between the Arabian Peninsula and Iran. , between 1862 and
1870. Vide series of Reports published in Government selections.
Negociated Conventions with the Littoral Arab Chiefs, and with the Sultan of Muscat,
for Telegraphic Extension, in 1864.
In 1866 present-in H. M's Ship "Berenice" at the Revolution in Muscat consequent
on the Murder of Sultan by his son. Complimented by Government for the " coolness,
judgment, and courage with which he secured the lives and property of a large number of
British subjects, and rescued from almost certain death" the present Sultan.
In February, 1866, proceeded to the Port of Soor with H. M.'s Ships "High Flyer"'
and " Berenice," and punished that town for the massacre of certain British subjects, and
destroyed some forty of the craft of that notorious Slave-dealing port.
During same year negociated an amicable arrangement between the Sultan of Muscat
and his brother, and settled the differences between the Wahabee and Muscat States, and was
4< emphatically" complimented on foregoing proceedings by Lord Cranboukne , then Secretary
of State.
Burnt out of II. M.'s Ship " Berenice" at sea, and had to take to boats with 183 souls,
reached Bassidore station seven days afterwards.
1868. Negociated a lease of the Port and districts of Bunder Abbas between the
Government of Persia, and the Sultan of Muscat, and received the thanks of Viceroy <l for his
successful exertions."
In September, same year, co-operated with Commodore Heath , and compelled Synd
Toorkee's forces to retire from before Muscat, and negociated terms under which that Chief
surrendered and came on board the flag-ship.
Proceeded in the same month with H. M.'s Ship " Vigilant" to Muscat, and defended
the Forts against the Usurper Synd Azam ; proceedings approved by Government.
In July, 1869, proceeded with H. M.'s Gunboat "Hugh Rose," and another unarmed
steamer, and compelled a fleet of thirty-five craft belonging to Chief of Shargah to disperse.
Complimented by Viceroy "on prompt and judicious measures."
In November, 1869, conducted operations before Bahrain with H. M .'s Ships " Daphne"
and "Nymph," and Gunboats " Hugh Rose" and " Clyde." Honored with a Gazette, in which the
Government of India conveyed its "warm congratulations" for the "great prudence, discretion
and courage" with which he had conducted " operations " to success. Recommended by the
late Viceroy, Earl Mayo , for K.C.B.
In March, 1871, present at Revolution in Muscat with H. M.'s Ship "Vigilant,"
resulting in accession of present Sultan. Complimented by Government for having " acted
promptly, but with caution and judgment."
During winter of 1871-72 employed before the Islands of Bahrain with II. M.'s Ships
"Bullfinch," "Magpie," and three other vessels, those islands being then threatened by the
whole Turkish squadron in the Gulf. Commended by the Government of India for the
"prudence and sagacity" with which he "conducted this very difficult business."
In June 1872, ordered to bombard Sohar, but adjusted matters without resort to force.
Proceedings entirely approved by Government.
In October 1872, ordered to proceed to Constantinople in view to providing for Consular
jurisdiction in Persia, in association with Sir Philip Francis.