Isbn: 9780752449845 - soldiers of the queen: victorian colonial conflict in the words of those who fought (14 Ergebnisse)

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Hardcover. Zustand: New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: New. Throughout the Victorian period the British soldier was called upon to defend the interests of Queen and country. Whether it was in the mountains of Afghanistan, the scorching plains of India, the deserts of Egypt and the Sudan, or the South African veldt, he had to cope with extremes of temperature, rough terrain and the ever present risk of illness and disease. All this often had to be endured on an empty stomach and with clothing and equipment unsuited to such conditions. SOLDIERS OF THE QUEEN tells the story of Victoria's colonial campaigns through the letters and diaries of those who served. As such it is the closest one can get to an "oral history" of this fascinating period of British military history. It examines the soldiers' experiences from when they left their barracks to go on campaign, the journey at sea aboard transport ships and all aspects of colonial service, including the conflict itself. In the words of the soldiers themselves it relates what the troops really thought of their lot, the conditions they faced, and their views of the enemies they fought. It tells of incredible feats of bravery and fortitude, and also the many tragedies that befell these men, who fought to maintain the largest empire the world has ever seen.…

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Secondhand, Hardback. [Author], [Publisher]. NB: This is a secondhand book in very good condition. See our FAQs for more information. Please note that the jacket image is indicative only. A description of our secondhand books is not always available. Please contact us if you have a question about this title. Author: Stephen Manning Format: Hardback Number of Pages: 224 It may come as some surprise that in such a popular area of military history there is no book that focuses on the experience of the Victorian soldier - from recruitment to embarkation, fighting and perhaps returning, perhaps dying - in his own words. Dr Manning's meticulous research in primary sources gives the lie to the received image of the disciplined, redcoated campaigner of Victorian art and literature: for one thing, by the time he arrived at his destination, the coat would have been in rags. The distances covered on march were unbelievable, through desert and disease-ravaged swamp. Lavishly illustrated thoughout, all the major Colonial campaigns and most of the minor ones are featured. To understand how what was in reality a tiny standing army controlled the largest empire the world has ever seen, this book is a must. Secondhand, Hardback.…

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Zustand: Sehr gut. 16 x 24cm. 224 pages. Original hardcover with dustjacket in protective Mylar. Excellent condition, like new. Soldiers of the Queen tells the story of Victoria's Colonial Campaigns through the letters and diaries of those who served. As such it is the closest one can get to an 'oral history' of this fascinating period of British military history. It examines the soldiers' experiences from when they left their barracks to go on campaign, the journey at sea aboard transport ships and all aspects of colonial service, including conflict itself. In the words of the soldiers themselves it relates what the troops really thought of their lot, the conditions they faced and their views of the enemies they fought. It tells of incredible feats of bravery and fortitude, and also the many tragedies that befell these men, who fought to maintain the largest empire the world has ever seen. [From dustjacket notes].…