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Campaigning in Kaffirland; Or, Scenes and Adventures in the Kaffir War of 1851-52

By William Ross King
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A veteran officer's field memoir of a mid-century frontier war in southern Africa, recounting the voyage to the theater and detailed campaign experiences: arduous marches and night movements, assaults on mountain strongholds, skirmishes on heights and in kloofs, escort and supply duties, and an expedition across a great river. Tactical accounts are balanced with daily camp life, hospital scenes, funerals, and the natural environment, while intermittent chapters describe encounters with local communities, their language, customs, dress, and material culture, ending with the conclusion of operations and the return journey.

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William Ross King

William Ross King was a British author and military officer known for his firsthand account of the Kaffir War of 1851-52. His notable work, "Campaigning in Kaffirland; Or, Scenes and Adventures in the Kaffir War of 1851-52," provides a vivid narrative of his experiences during this conflict in South Africa. King's writing captures the challenges and complexities of military life in a colonial context, offering insights into both the landscape and the people involved in the war. His contributions to literature reflect a unique perspective on 19th-century military campaigns.

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