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Campaigning In Kaffirland - William Ross King - Bog

- Or Scenes And Adventures In The Kaffir War Of 1851-1852 (1853)

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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 describes the author's experiences during the Kaffir War, which took place in South Africa between 1851 and 1852. King was a British officer who participated in the campaign against the Xhosa people, who were resisting British colonial rule. The book provides a detailed account of the military operations and tactics used by the British army during the war. It also includes descriptions of the landscape, climate, and culture of the region, as well as the social and political conditions that led to the conflict. King's personal experiences and observations are also included, giving readers a firsthand perspective on the events that took place during the war. Overall, Campaigning In Kaffirland is an important historical document that sheds light on the British colonial presence in South Africa and the conflicts that arose as a result. It provides a valuable perspective on the Kaffir War and its impact on the region, as well as the people who lived there. The book is an interesting and informative read for anyone interested in military history, colonialism, or the history of South Africa.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165345519
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 360
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x19 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 481 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 4. december 2024
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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 describes the author's experiences during the Kaffir War, which took place in South Africa between 1851 and 1852. King was a British officer who participated in the campaign against the Xhosa people, who were resisting British colonial rule. The book provides a detailed account of the military operations and tactics used by the British army during the war. It also includes descriptions of the landscape, climate, and culture of the region, as well as the social and political conditions that led to the conflict. King's personal experiences and observations are also included, giving readers a firsthand perspective on the events that took place during the war. Overall, Campaigning In Kaffirland is an important historical document that sheds light on the British colonial presence in South Africa and the conflicts that arose as a result. It provides a valuable perspective on the Kaffir War and its impact on the region, as well as the people who lived there. The book is an interesting and informative read for anyone interested in military history, colonialism, or the history of South Africa.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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