The Siege Of Mafeking (1900)
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ISBN10: 1160013519
ISBN13: 9781160013512
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Feb 17 2010
Pages: 374
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781160013512
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Feb 17 2010
Pages: 374
Weight: 1.58
Height: 1.00 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Siege of Mafeking is a historical account of the 217-day siege of the town of Mafeking during the Second Boer War, written by J. Angus Hamilton and originally published in 1900. The book chronicles the events leading up to the siege, the strategies employed by both the Boer and British forces, and the daily life of the civilians and soldiers trapped inside the town. Hamilton, a war correspondent for The Times, provides a detailed and vivid description of the siege, including the hardships faced by the besieged, the heroism of the defenders, and the eventual relief of the town. He also offers insights into the political and military context of the conflict, and the impact of the siege on the wider war effort. The Siege of Mafeking is a valuable historical document that provides a first-hand account of a significant event in the history of the British Empire. It is a compelling narrative that captures the drama, tragedy, and heroism of war, and offers a glimpse into the experiences of those who lived through it.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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