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Deneys Reitz was 17 when the AngloBoer War broke out in 1899. Reitz describes that he had no hatred of the British people, but "as a South African, one had to fight for ones country." Reitz had learned to ride, shoot and swim almost as soon as he could walk, and the skills and endurance he had acquired during those years were to be made full use of during the war. He fought with different Boer Commandos, where each Commando consisted mainly of farmers on horseback, using their own horses and guns. Commando describes the tumult through the eyes of a warrior in the saddle. Reitz was fortunate to be present at nearly every one of the major battles of the war. Commando is a straightforward narrative that describes an extraordinary adventure and brings us a vivid, unforgettable picture of mobile guerrilla warfare, especially later in the war as General Smuts and men like Reitz fought on, braving heat, cold, rain, lack of food, clothing and boots, tiring horses.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War'? A: 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' is a firsthand account of the Anglo-Boer War from the perspective of Deneys Reitz, who shares his experiences as a young soldier fighting for South Africa.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' is Deneys Reitz, who was a soldier during the Anglo-Boer War.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it portable and easy to handle.
- Q: How many pages does 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' have? A: 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' consists of 112 pages.
- Q: When was 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' published? A: 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' was published on October 21, 2016.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' is suitable for readers interested in military history, particularly those aged 12 and up.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes such as bravery, patriotism, and the harsh realities of guerrilla warfare during the Anglo-Boer War.
- Q: Is this book a narrative or a collection of essays? A: 'Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War' is a straightforward narrative that recounts Deneys Reitz's experiences during the war.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of Deneys Reitz? A: Readers can expect a clear and engaging writing style that vividly describes the challenges and adventures faced by Reitz during the war.
- Q: Does the book contain any illustrations or photographs? A: The details about illustrations or photographs are not specified, but the focus is primarily on the narrative of Reitz's experiences.