Download or read book The Sound of Boer Rifles written by Malcolm Archibald and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2024-01-17 with total page 395 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the first Boer War rages around them, Andrew Baird - the son of Jack Windrush - and Mariana Maxwell attempt to navigate the tumultuous backdrop of British annexation and the Boer struggle for independence. Leading his Natal Dragoons to bloody battles and enduring Boer sieges, Andrew must balance his duties with helping Mariana recover from her mental drama. Searching for a German agent, can he cope with the various strands of his life while fighting an elusive enemy, and is the British military objective the same as the politicians desire? Andrew faces an enemy as clever as himself as he rides across the African veld. And this time, he will need all his wit and resolve to triumph over adversity. The second book in Malcolm Archibald's series of historical war novels, THE SOUND OF BOER RIFLES is a gripping journey through the battlefields of the First Boer War of 1880-1881.
Download or read book The Noise of Zulu Battle written by Malcolm Archibald and published by Next Chapter. This book was released on 2023-05-17 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: South Africa, 1877. Andrew Baird is a man trying to escape his past. The son of the famous “Fighting Jack Windrush” of the Royal Malverns, Andrew hopes to forge his own path away from the shadow of his father. Amidst the turbulence of the Zulu-British War of 1879, Andrew finds love with Elaine Maxwell. But after Elaine dies tragically and her sister is kidnapped, Andrew must confront the Zulus in bloody battles, driven by the hope of rescuing the woman and proving his worth beyond his father's legacy. Grappling with his inner demons and battling a relentless enemy, can Andrew find the strength to overcome adversity and claim his own destiny, or will his past forever haunt his pursuit? Malcolm Archibald's "The Noise of Zulu Battle" immerses readers in a captivating era of courage and sacrifice. With its rich historical detail and compelling narrative, this epic historical novel takes readers on a thrilling journey through war-torn landscapes, where one man's determination becomes a testament to the indomitable human spirit.
Download or read book The Defence of Duffer s Drift written by Ernest Dunlop Swinton and published by . This book was released on 1916 with total page 74 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Boer Rifles and Carbines of the Anglo Boer War written by Ron Bester and published by War Museum of Boer Re. This book was released on 1994 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book With Rifle and Bayonet written by F. S. Brereton and published by BoD - Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-30 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "With Rifle and Bayonet" likely tells the story of a young protagonist who becomes embroiled in the events of a historical conflict or war. The title suggests a focus on combat and military action, with the characters being actively involved in armed conflicts. Throughout the novel, readers can expect to encounter vivid descriptions of battle scenes, the camaraderie among soldiers, and the challenges and hardships faced by those on the front lines. F. S. Brereton's writing often emphasizes themes of patriotism, bravery, and heroism as the characters navigate the trials of war. While I don't have specific details about the plot of this particular book, it can be assumed that "With Rifle and Bayonet" is a thrilling adventure novel that offers readers a glimpse into a specific historical period and the experiences of those who lived through it. Overall, F. S. Brereton's novels, including "With Rifle and Bayonet," are known for their engaging storytelling and historical accuracy, making them appealing to readers interested in action-packed historical fiction.
Download or read book Cassell s History of the Boer War 1899 1902 written by Richard Danes and published by . This book was released on 1903 with total page 946 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book With the Boer Forces written by Howard Clemens Hillegas and published by IndyPublish.com. This book was released on 1900 with total page 422 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Letters from South Africa During the Boer War of 1899 1902 written by A. V. F. V. Russell and published by . This book was released on 1909 with total page 236 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book History of the Royal Irish Rifles written by George Brenton Laurie and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 696 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 1881 the 83rd (County of Dublin) Regiment of Foot was linked to the 86th (Royal County Down) Regiment of Foot thus forming the 1st and 2nd Battalions of a new regiment - the Royal Irish Rifles. In 1921 the designation was changed to the Royal Ulster Rifles. This regimental history extends over a period of 120 years, beginning with the raising of the 83rd and 86th in 1793 and ending in 1912. The author has done a thorough job with this book, so I was more than a bit surprised to read in the Foreword by the Colonel of the Regiment (in his 98th year) his reference to "this little book that I have before me....." when you could do with a porter to carry it for you. This is a goldmine for the genealogist or medallist, for not only does the detail of the text abound with the names of personnel but also there is the complete list of officers who served in the 83rd, 86th and, after 1881, the Royal Irish Rifles. The information against each name gives date of commission or date of transferring from another regiment, dates of subsequent promotions and the date he left the regiment and the reason, such as retired, resigned, half pay, died, transferred to Indian Army or to another regiment etc. Another list gives the names of other ranks awarded the DCM showing campaign and reason for the award, and yet another names the officers who received the Military General Service Medal for service in the Peninsular War and which clasps were awarded. Another appendix lists the succession of Colonels (83rd, 86th and Royal Irish Rifles) with details of their military careers.This is a very good history which begins with the raising of the regiments and continues with each chapter devoted to one or the other regiments for a specific period. Thus, for example, Chapter III is headed 'Eighty-sixth Regiment (1793-1799)' and Chapter VIII 'Eighty-third Regiment (1805-1817).' Most of the 83rd's Battle Honours were won in the Peninsular War where it took part in the campaign from 1809 to 1814, both regiments were in India during the same period, 1842-1859. The narrative not only describes in great detail the actions, battles and skirmishes with casualties but also all other events in the life of the regiments: - moves, rations, clothing, equipment, strength returns, correspondence and so on. The maps are very good and finally, there is a chapter on dress, the Colours and medals. It is the story of a regiment.
Download or read book The Great Boer War written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by . This book was released on 1902 with total page 518 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Great Boer War written by Arthur Conan Doyle and published by Phoemixx Classics Ebooks. This book was released on 2021-10-19 with total page 550 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Great Boer War Arthur Conan Doyle - Arthur Conan Doyle's non-fiction work, The Great Boer War, was first published in 1900. By the time the war ended in 1902, the book had been published in sixteen editions, with Doyle constantly revising it.The book was completed in September 1900, when the British believed the war was over; indeed, the penultimate chapter is titled "The War's End." However, the war was continue to last until 1902.
Download or read book The Royal Engineers Journal written by and published by . This book was released on 1905 with total page 592 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Journal of the Royal United Service Institution Whitehall Yard written by and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 928 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book R U S I Journal written by Royal United Services Institute for Defence Studies and published by . This book was released on 1914 with total page 926 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Review of Reviews for Australasia written by William Henry Fitchett and published by . This book was released on 1900 with total page 844 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book From Boer War to World War written by Spencer Jones and published by University of Oklahoma Press. This book was released on 2012-11-20 with total page 310 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The British Expeditionary Force at the start of World War I was tiny by the standards of the other belligerent powers. Yet, when deployed to France in 1914, it prevailed against the German army because of its professionalism and tactical skill, strengths developed through hard lessons learned a dozen years earlier. In October 1899, the British went to war against the South African Boer republics of Transvaal and Orange Free State, expecting little resistance. A string of early defeats in the Boer War shook the military’s confidence. Historian Spencer Jones focuses on this bitter combat experience in From Boer War to World War, showing how it crucially shaped the British Army’s tactical development in the years that followed. Before the British Army faced the Boer republics, an aura of complacency had settled over the military. The Victorian era had been marked by years of easy defeats of crudely armed foes. The Boer War, however, brought the British face to face with what would become modern warfare. The sweeping, open terrain and advent of smokeless powder meant soldiers were picked off before they knew where shots had been fired from. The infantry’s standard close-order formations spelled disaster against the well-armed, entrenched Boers. Although the British Army ultimately adapted its strategy and overcame the Boers in 1902, the duration and cost of the war led to public outcry and introspection within the military. Jones draws on previously underutilized sources as he explores the key tactical lessons derived from the war, such as maximizing firepower and using natural cover, and he shows how these new ideas were incorporated in training and used to effect a thorough overhaul of the British Army. The first book to address specific connections between the Boer War and the opening months of World War I, Jones’s fresh interpretation adds to the historiography of both wars by emphasizing the continuity between them.
Download or read book The Boer War written by John Gooch and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-10-23 with total page 407 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collections of essays by leading British and South African scholars, looking at the Boer War, focuses on three aspects: how the British Military functioned; the role of the Boers, Afrikaners and Zulus; and the media presentation of the war to the public.
