Campaigning In Kaffirland

Campaigning In Kaffirland

William Ross King

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Editorial:
Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781104044954
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Campaigning In Kaffirland: Or Scenes And Adventures In The Kaffir War Of 1851-1852 is a historical book written by William Ross King and published in 1853. The book is a first-hand account of the Kaffir War of 1851-1852, which was fought between the British Empire and the Xhosa people of South Africa.The author, William Ross King, was a lieutenant in the British Army and was stationed in South Africa during the war. In his book, he describes the events leading up to the war, the battles that were fought, and the aftermath of the conflict. He also provides insight into the cultural and social customs of the Xhosa people.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the war. King begins by describing the political and social factors that led to the conflict. He then goes on to describe the battles that were fought, including the Battle of Amatola and the Battle of Waterkloof. He also provides detailed descriptions of the landscape and terrain of the region, as well as the tactics used by both sides.Throughout the book, King provides a vivid and detailed account of the war, including the harsh realities of battle and the impact it had on both the British soldiers and the Xhosa people. He also includes personal anecdotes and experiences, making the book a compelling and engaging read.Overall, Campaigning In Kaffirland: Or Scenes And Adventures In The Kaffir War Of 1851-1852 provides a valuable historical account of an important conflict in South African history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, African history, or colonialism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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