Excursions in Western Africa

Excursions in Western Africa

James Edward Alexander

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2010
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Historia de África
ISBN:
9781143594823
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'Excursions in Western Africa' is a vivid firsthand account of travels and military campaigns in 19th-century Africa. Authored by James Edward Alexander, this volume details his experiences on the staff of the Commander-in-Chief during a campaign in Kaffir-Land. Alexander’s narrative offers a unique perspective on the landscapes, cultures, and conflicts of the region, providing valuable insights into a pivotal period of African history. Readers will encounter detailed descriptions of the local inhabitants, the challenges of military operations in unfamiliar terrain, and the broader socio-political context of colonial expansion. Alexander’s observations are both informative and engaging, making 'Excursions in Western Africa' an important historical document and a captivating read for anyone interested in African history, military history, and travel literature.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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