South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 5 (of 8) by Louis Creswicke
"South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 5 (of 8)" by Louis Creswicke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume details the events surrounding the South African War, particularly focusing on military actions and significant battles from the disaster at Koorn Spruit to Lord Roberts's entry into Pretoria. The narrative likely covers various military perspectives, strategies, and the experiences of soldiers involved in this contentious conflict. The
opening of the volume presents a dramatic recounting of the disaster at Koorn Spruit, detailing the ambush of British forces by the Boers. Creswicke captures the chaotic and harrowing moments as British troops are caught in a trap, highlighting both the tragic losses and acts of bravery among soldiers. The narrative shifts to discuss ongoing military engagements and the consequences of these battles, effectively setting the stage for the continued exploration of warfare in the subsequent chapters. The text combines historical rigor with storytelling, offering a glimpse into the tumultuous events that shaped South Africa during this turbulent period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Creswicke, Louis |
|---|---|
| Title |
South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 5 (of 8) From the Disaster at Koorn Spruit to Lord Roberts's Entry into Pretoria |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Brownfox and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 |
| Subject | Transvaal (South Africa) -- History |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 41017 |
| Release Date | Oct 10, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 222 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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