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The Truth About Tonquin: Being The Times Special Correspondence (1884)

The Truth About Tonquin: Being The Times Special Correspondence (1884)

Colquhoun, Archibald Ross

Hardcover

Travel WritingFiction AnthologiesGeneral Military History

ISBN10: 1120064422
ISBN13: 9781120064424
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Aug 27 2009
Pages: 162
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.50 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Truth About Tonquin is a book written by Archibald Ross Colquhoun and originally published in 1884. The book is based on the author's experiences as a special correspondent for The Times newspaper during the Tonkin Campaign, which was a military conflict between France and China in the late 19th century.The book provides a detailed account of the events that took place during the campaign, including the battles and skirmishes that occurred between the French and Chinese forces. Colquhoun also provides insights into the political and social conditions of the region, as well as the cultural differences between the French and Chinese.The book is written in a journalistic style, with Colquhoun using his firsthand experiences and observations to provide a vivid and engaging account of the conflict. The author also includes maps and illustrations to help readers better understand the geography and terrain of the region.Overall, The Truth About Tonquin is a valuable historical document that provides a unique perspective on a significant moment in the history of colonialism and imperialism in Asia.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile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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