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British Fortifications in Zululand 1879

Categorie	Geschiedenis Europa
Boeknummer	#372294
Titel	British Fortifications in Zululand 1879
Auteur	Knight, Ian
Boektype	Paperback
Uitgeverij	Botley : Osprey Publishing
Jaar van uitgave	2005
ISBN10	1841768294
ISBN13	9781841768298
Taal	Engels
Beschrijving	Paperback, numerous illustrations (including photographs) in colour and b/w, small 4to.
Samenvatting	On 11 January 1879 the British Empire went to war with the independent kingdom of Zululand. The British anticipated a swift and decisive victory, placing great faith in modern firepower; no plans were made for suppressing the Zulu over a protracted period, or for providing defensive positions from which to occupy Zulu territory. However, the losses suffered at Isandlwana and Rorke's Drift quickly altered the British approach; throughout the rest of the war, the British fortified almost every position they occupied in Zululand, from permanent column depots to temporary halts. This title explores British defensive techniques employed during the war, and how these related to contemporary engineering theory. Among the sites covered are Eshowe Mission Station, forts Pearson and Tenedos, and Rorke's Drift.
Pagina's	55
Conditie	Goed — Cover discoloured.
Prijs	€ 8,00

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