The Gold Coast Regiment in the East African Campaign

Name: The Gold Coast Regiment in the East African Campaign
Author: Sir Hugh Charles Clifford

By Sir Hugh Charles Clifford

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The narrative follows the expeditionary service of the Gold Coast Regiment during the East African campaign of the First World War, recounting mobilization, sea voyage, and a sequence of engagements from coastal railheads into mountainous and bush country. It describes patrols, set-piece actions, arduous pursuit of a skilled German-led enemy, operations in the Kilwa and Rufiji regions, transfers into Portuguese East Africa, and eventual expulsion of the opposing forces and return home. Interspersed are operational details, maps and illustrations, and appendices on mounted infantry, unit strength, and honours awarded.

About the Author

Sir Hugh Charles Clifford

Sir Hugh Charles Clifford was a British colonial administrator and author known for his vivid portrayals of life in the Malay Peninsula and East Africa. His works often reflect his experiences in the colonies, blending personal narrative with cultural observations. Notable among his writings is "In Court and Kampong / Being Tales and Sketches of Native Life in the Malay Peninsula," which offers insights into the customs and daily lives of the local populations. Additionally, his military account, "The Gold Coast Regiment in the East African Campaign," provides a perspective on colonial military operations. Clifford's contributions to literature provide valuable context to the colonial experience and the complexities of cultural interactions during his time.