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The Ashantee Campaign: An Account Of The Third Angloashanti War By An Eyewitness, West Africa, 18734,New
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Colonial Warfare On The Dark Continentthe British Empire Rapidly Spread It'S Influence Throughout The Globe During The Nineteenth Century. Predictably These Intrusions Rarely Found Favour With The Indigenous Populations And So, Inevitably, The Imperial Interests Of Power And Commerce Were Reinforced By The Imposition Of Military And Naval Might Courtesy Of The British Army And The Royal Navy. British Interests In West Africa Proved To Be No Exception To The Rule And The So Called 'Ashanti Wars' Were Fought With Varying Degrees Of Savagery And Through Eight Campaigns From 1806 Until 1900. This Book Is About The Third Angloashanti War Which Was Fought During 187374. Garnet Wolseley, Commanding A Force Of British, West Indian And Local Forces Marched Against The Ashanti Who Had Invaded British Territory. The Campaign Gained Particular Notoriety Because It Occurred During The Golden Age Of Newspaper Correspondents And Was Covered By Both G. A. Henty And Henry Morton Stanley. It Made Wolseley'S Reputation And He Became A Household Name. The Conflict Was Made Singular By The Nature Of The Terrainoften Thick Jungleacross Which It Was Fought And By It'S Exotic Protagonists And This Makes It A Subject Of Particular Interest For Students Of The Colonial Wars In The Victorian Era. The Outcome Of The War Was, Perhaps, Predictable And The British Both Occupied The Enemy Capital Kumasi And Then Burnt It Down As An Object Lesson. This Book Is Particularly Useful Because The Author Was An Eyewitness To The Storming Of Amoaful By The Black Watch, The Storming Of Ordahsu By The Rifle Brigade And The Fall Of The Capital.Leonaur Editions Are Newly Typeset And Are Not Facsimiles; Each Title Is Available In Softcover And Hardback With Dustjacket.
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- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The book measures five point five one inches in length, zero point four seven inches in width, and eight point five inches in height.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains two hundred twelve pages, providing a detailed account of the Third Anglo-Ashanti War.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Winwood Reade, an eyewitness to the events described.
- Q: What is the main subject of the book? A: The book discusses colonial warfare, specifically focusing on the Third Anglo-Ashanti War in West Africa.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, this book is particularly useful for students studying colonial wars in the Victorian era.
- Q: How can I use this book for research? A: You can use this book as a primary source document for understanding military tactics and colonial history.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for young readers? A: This book is better suited for older readers due to its complex themes of warfare and colonialism.
- Q: What themes does the book cover? A: The book covers themes of military strategy, colonialism, and the impact of British imperialism in West Africa.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a dry, cool place, upright on a shelf to prevent damage to the binding.
- Q: Can I clean the book if it gets dirty? A: Yes, you can gently wipe the cover with a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and smudges.
- Q: What if the book arrives damaged? A: If the book arrives damaged, you should contact customer support for return or exchange options.
- Q: How do I know if this book is right for me? A: This book is ideal for those interested in military history and colonial studies, particularly in the Victorian context.
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- Q: Are there other editions available? A: Yes, Leonaur editions are newly typeset and available in both softcover and hardback with dustjacket.