Talk:William George Keith Elphinstone

batman?
What's batman moore? — Preceding unsigned comment added by 198.84.192.13 (talk) 01:44, 23 November 2012 (UTC)

Elphy Bey
His nickname redirects here, but is not explained in the article. Does anyone have information about it? --KnightMove (talk) 01:48, 30 July 2009 (UTC)
 * It was a nickname popular among his subordinates, most of whom held him in low regard. "Bey" is a title meaning "chief," more or less. -- Michael K Smith Talk 23:34, 13 April 2011 (UTC)

Flashman?
I like the Flashman novels, and the observations and opinions Fraser attributes to Flashy are generally pretty astute -- but still, we can surely do better for considered opinions of Elphinstone's character and (lack of) ability than a novel? Fraser himself notes as good sources for the war Gen. Mackenzie's book, Storms and Sunshine of a Soldier's Life and Kaye's History of the War in Afghanistan. -- Michael K Smith Talk 23:34, 13 April 2011 (UTC)