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Zulu: Isandhlwana and Rorke's Drift, 22-23 January 1879 by Ian Knight (Hardcover, 1998)
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This is an account of one of the most dramatic episodes in 19th century military history, which continues to exert a unique fascination. On 22nd January 1879 the British military camp at Isandlwana, South Africa, was annihilated by about 20,000 Zulu warriors. Some 1200 troops died under the Zulu spears, half of them British regular infantry of the 24th Foot armed with modern breech-loading rifles. This battle was partly redeemed that evening at the tiny hospital and supply post of Rorke's Drift, successfully held in hand-to-hand fighting against thousands of Zulus by some 140 defenders, only 80 of them able-bodied redcoats. This book provides details of the fighting men of both armies and of their bloody meeting, drawing upon the author's local research, several examinations of the battlefield and aerial photographs.Product Identifiers
PublisherT.H.E. Crowood Press LTD
ISBN-139781872004235
eBay Product ID (ePID)87696272
Product Key Features
Number of Pages128 Pages
Publication NameZulu: Isandhlwana and Rorke's Drift, 22-23 January 1879
LanguageEnglish
SubjectGovernment, History
Publication Year1998
TypeTextbook
AuthorIan Knight
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height321 mm
Item Weight1059 g
Item Width245 mm
Additional Product Features
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
Title_AuthorIan Knight
IllustratorMike Chappell, Angus Mcbride
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- 20 Oct, 2023
One for military modeller's and historians.
This book has some outstanding illustrations for all military modeller's and historians will find a very balanced account of a largely unnecessary and tragic conflict which pays due respect to the courageous men of both sides. At the same time Knight manages to avoid some of the more extreme conspiracy theories surrounding Isandlwana and sticks to known facts. Highly recommended.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 18 Jul, 2022
Brilliant
Brilliant book brought back good memories from my visit there excellentVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Apr, 2020
Zulu Islandhlwana and Rorks Drift
Great content colour pictures well presented a excellent book for everyone interested in the Zulu warsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 10 Mar, 2021
Great book
Great illustrations, authoritative content - a superb book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
