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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Detailed study of the wider Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 By critically acclaimed authors Ron Lock and Peter Quantrill Twenty-four pages of plates, eight in colour, and nine maps The Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 has become synonymous with Britain's humiliating defeat at Isandlwana and the heroic defence of Rorke's Drift, where little more than 140 British soldiers kept over 3,000 Zulu warriors at bay. But these celebrated actions were only part of a campaign that lasted for more than six months and resulted in the Zulu Kingdom's destruction, leading to a decade of civil war. In Zulu Vanquished, Ron Lock and Peter Quantrill - authors of the critically acclaimed Zulu Victory - explore in unparalleled detail the events which not only led to the initial British defeat at Isandlwana, but, with King Cetshwayo's failure to follow up his victory and invade Natal, allowed Chelmsford the opportunity to launch his second invasion of Zululand. In this perceptive study, Lock and Quantrill expose the political manoeuvring and strategic incompetence that resulted. They describe the disastrous Hlobane Mountain attack, with new primary-source material throwing a fresh slant on Wood's conduct. This is followed by the decisive battles of Kambula, Gingindlovu and the Relief of Eshowe, and the Prince Imperial's death. Finally, we are led to the eventual torching of the Zulu capital of oNdini on the Ulundi plain. Founded on a wealth of first-hand accounts, some published for the first time, as well as the authors' intimate knowledge of the history and terrain of Zululand, Zulu Vanquished is a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the wider Anglo-Zulu conflict and will prove indispensable for scholars and enthusiasts alike. Ron Lock and Peter Quantrill both live outside Durban, South Africa and are the authors of Zulu Victory. This book is introduced by the late David Rattray. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

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softcover. Zustand: Fine copy. Illus. with photos (illustrator). 1st. 8vo, 336 pp.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: As New. 1st Edition. Hardcover 1995,1st edition. Dust jacket and boards fine condition. Binding firm. Pages unmarked and clean. (224 pages).

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. First Edition. It's a preowned item in good condition and includes all the pages. It may have some general signs of wear and tear, such as markings, highlighting, slight damage to the cover, minimal wear to the binding, etc., but they will not affect the overall reading experience.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 'A fascinating read beyond the scholarly debate about who won the battle.' Sunday Times The battle of Isandlwana - a great Zulu victory - was one of the worst defeats ever to befall a British Army. At noon on 22 January 1879, a British camp, garrisoned by over 1700 troops, was attacked and overwhelmed by 20,000 Zulu warriors. The defeat of the British, armed with the most modern weaponry of the day, caused disbelief and outrage throughout Queen Victoria's England. The obvious culprit for the blunder was Lieutenant General Lord Chelmsford, the defeated commander. Appearing to respond to the outcry, he ordered a court of inquiry. But there followed a carefully conducted cover-up in which Chelmsford found a scapegoat in the dead - most notably, in Colonel Anthony Durnford. Using source material ranging from the Royal Windsor Archives to the oral history passed down to the present Zulu inhabitants of Isandlwana, this gripping history exposes the full extent of the blunders of this famous battle and the scandal that followed.It also gives full credit to the masterful tactics of the 20,000 strong Zulu force and to Ntshingwayo kaMahole, for the way in which he comprehensively out-generalled Chelmsford. This is an illuminating account of one of the most embarrassing episodes in British military history and of a spectacular Zulu victory. The authors superbly weave the excitement of the battle, the British mistakes, the brilliant Zulu tactics and the shameful cover up into an exhilarating and tragic tale. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Tiny (2mm) closed tear on bottom front edge of dust jacket, otherwise like new. Very nice within new clear Brodart sleeve.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Introduction by Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, MP, Traditional Prime Minister to the Zulu Nation Acclaimed analysis of the most famous Anglo-Zulu War battle 'Penetrating, valuable and interesting' - Military Heritage (USA) 'Zulu Victory is a must for anybody interested in the Zulu War' - British Army Review The Battle of Isandlwhana was one of the worst defeats ever to befall the British Army. At noon on 22 January 1879 a British camp, garrisoned by over 1,700 troops, was attacked and overwhelmed by 20,000 Zulu warriors. The defeat of the British, armed with the most modern weaponry, caused outrage throughout Queen Victoria's England. The obvious culprit was Lieutenant General Lord Chelmsford, the defeated commander. Appearing to respond to the outcry, he ordered a court of inquiry. But instead there followed a carefully conducted cover-up in which he found a scapegoat among the dead - notably, in one Colonel Anthony Durnford. The popular perception of the Anglo-Zulu War is that of a conflict between British redcoats and Zulu warriors. It is seldom realised that over 60 per cent of Chelmsford's army was composed of black auxiliaries, and that the cavalry mostly comprised colonial settlers. Zulu Victory traces the history of the Zulu kingdom and its British neighbour, the Colony of Natal. It also details the composition of both armies, from individual Zulu regiments to the tribesmen of the Natal Native Horse who fought with the British. In this acclaimed book, using material ranging from the Royal Windsor Archives to oral history passed down to the present Zulu inhabitants of Isandlwhana, the authors shed new light on this notorious battle in all its bravery and horror, and the scandal that followed. Ron Lock, author of Blood on the Painted Mountain and the soon-to-be published Rorke's Drift: The True Story and co-author Peter Quantrill spent over three years researching and travelling in the footsteps of both armies. They visited the battlefield and surrounding area and covered hundreds of square miles of this famous Zulu battleground. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Zustand: Good. Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good.

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Near Fine. First Edition. London: Greenhill Books / Stackpole Books, (Mechansburg), (1995). First Edition. 8vo. 224pp, Index, Bibliography. 80 illustrations, 13 maps. Green boards, spine letters gilt. Fine condition, in near fine dj (short tear). The British engagement at Hlobane, the only one of the war fought entirely as a mounted force, result in their slaughter, but survivors defeated the Zulu's the following day, leaving 1,000 Zulu dead on the Zunguin Plain. ISBN 1853672017; 13 maps, 80 illustrations; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 224 pages.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. The battle of Isandlwhana - a great Zulu victory - was one of the worst defeats ever to befall a British Army. At noon on 22 January 1879, a British camp, garrisoned by over 1700 troops, was attacked and overwhelmed by 20,000 Zulu warriors. The defeat of the British, armed with the most modern weaponry of the day, caused disbelief and outrage throughout Queen Victoria's England. The obvious culprit for the blunder was Lieutenant General Lord Chelmsford, the defeated commander. Appearing to respond to the outcry, he ordered a court of inquiry. But there followed a carefully conducted cover-up in which Chelmsford found a scapegoat in the dead - most notably, in Colonel Anthony Durnford. The popular conception of the Anglo-Zulu War is that of a conflict between British redcoats and Zulu Warriors. It is seldom realised that over 60 percent of Chelmsford's army was composed of black auxiliaries, and that the cavalry mostly comprised colonial settlers. Zulu Victory: The Epic of Isandlwhana and the Cover-Up traces the history of the Zulu kingdom and its British neighbours, the Colony of Natal. It also details the composition of both armies from individual Zulu regiments to the tribesmen of the Natal Native Horse who fought on the side of the British. Using source material ranging from the Royal Windsor Archives to the oral history passed down to the present Zulu inhabitants of Isandlwhana, the authors shed new light upon this famous Zulu victory in all its bravery and horror, and the scandal that followed. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very good. Hardcover. 330pp+ index. Very good hardback in a very good dustjacket.

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Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. 1st Edition. xvi, 246pp, central section of black and white photographic plates. Black cloth-covered boards, gilt titles on spine. 8vo. Text block edges tanned, page margins just starting to tan. Internally neat, clean, bright and tight. Dust jacket has some shelf wear, light chipping to edges, price unclipped. Describes the adventure, treachery and rampage that ensued between Zulu, Boer and the British during the sixty years from the arrival of the first white man to the destruction of the Zulu army, the death of King Cetshwayo and, finally, the devastation of Zululand.

First Edition. Fine paperback copy. Particularly well-preserved; tight, bright and clean. Physical description: 336 p. : ill., maps, ports. ; 24 cm. Notes: Bibliography: p.328-330. - Includes index. Subjects: Chelmsford, Frederic Augustus Thesiger Baron 1827-1905; Durnford, Anthony 1830-1879; Isandlwana, Battle of, South Africa, 1879; Zulu War, 1879; South Africa; Southern Africa 19th century; Southern Africa 20th century. 1 Kg.