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With Methuen's Column on an Ambulance Train

By Ernest Nathaniel Bennett
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An eyewitness narrative of a military campaign in South Africa that blends travel sketch, frontline reportage, and medical observation. It opens with impressions of Cape Town and colonial society, then follows an ambulance train attached to a campaign column, detailing hospital wards, evacuation and treatment of the wounded, camp routine, and several skirmishes encountered en route. The author records logistical difficulties, the appearance and wear of troops, interactions with local communities, and moments of civilian hospitality, and reflects on the hardship and human cost of campaigning, noting a charitable aim for proceeds to aid officers' families.

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Ernest Nathaniel Bennett

Ernest Nathaniel Bennett was a British author known for his works that reflect on military themes and historical events. His notable titles include "The Downfall of the Dervishes; or, The Avenging of Gordon," which explores the complexities of colonial conflicts, and "With Methuen's Column on an Ambulance Train," which provides a vivid account of wartime experiences. Bennett's writings contribute to the understanding of British military history and the narratives surrounding it, offering readers insights into the challenges faced during significant historical moments.

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