Campaigning In South Africa Reminiscences Of An Officer In 1879 (1880)

Campaigning In South Africa: Reminiscences Of An Officer In 1879 (1880) is a historical book written by William Edward Montague. The book is a personal account of his experiences as an officer during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. The book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the war, the battles fought, and the aftermath of the conflict. Montague recounts his experiences as a young officer, including his interactions with other officers, soldiers, and Zulu warriors.The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the war, including the Battle of Isandlwana, the Battle of Rorke's Drift, and the Siege of Eshowe. Montague provides a first-hand account of the battles, describing the tactics used by both sides and the bravery of the soldiers involved.In addition to the military aspects of the war, Montague also provides insight into the social and cultural aspects of South Africa at that time. He describes the landscape, the people, and the customs of the Zulu people.Overall, Campaigning In South Africa: Reminiscences Of An Officer In 1879 (1880) is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on the Anglo-Zulu War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history 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.