With reference to the Indian History, Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst,

With reference to the Indian History, Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess and Walter Elliot were associated with

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All the individuals listed were prominent figures associated with archaeological excavations and studies in British India.

Alexander Rea, A. H. Longhurst, Robert Sewell, James Burgess, and Walter Elliot were all British scholars and administrators who made significant contributions to the field of archaeology, particularly in documenting, conserving, and excavating ancient sites across different parts of India during the colonial period.

James Burgess served as the Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). Alexander Rea and A. H. Longhurst held positions like Superintendents within the ASI, focusing on regions like the Madras Presidency. Robert Sewell is well known for his historical works based on archaeological findings, notably on the Vijayanagara Empire. Walter Elliot was a civil servant who also contributed significantly to archaeology and epigraphy, especially in South India. Their work was foundational to the study of Indian history and art through its material remains.

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