The Relief Of Ladysmith (1900) - John Black Atkins - Bog

The Relief of Ladysmith is a historical book written by John Black Atkins, first published in 1900. The book recounts the events of the Second Boer War, specifically the siege of Ladysmith, a town in South Africa, by Boer forces. The book provides a detailed account of the siege and the subsequent relief mission carried out by the British army, led by Sir Redvers Buller. Atkins, a British journalist and war correspondent, was present during the siege and had access to firsthand accounts of the events. He uses these accounts to provide a vivid and detailed description of the siege, including the daily struggles of the civilians and soldiers trapped within the town. The book also provides insight into the political and military strategies of both the British and Boer forces during the war. Atkins explores the reasons behind the Boer decision to lay siege to Ladysmith and the British response to the crisis. Overall, The Relief of Ladysmith is a valuable historical account of a significant event in the Second Boer War. It provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the siege and the relief mission, as well as offering insight into the wider political and military context of the war.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.