The Siege of Ladysmith
2 November 1899-28 February 1900
Published on 21. November 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
44 pages
978-1-928211-44-0 (ISBN)
Description
Battles of the Anglo-Boer War series provides an accessible guide to some of the major campaigns, battles and battlefields of this historic conflict in KwaZulu-Natal. The books are written for the general reader as well as for historians seeking fresh insights into the events leading up to, during and after the battles. The text is supported by contemporary accounts and photographs, some of which have never previously been published. Maps show in detail the routes and dispositions of the opposing forces for each battle.
The Siege of Ladysmith drew the world's attention to this dusty, hot town in Natal. Although constantly under bombardment by the Boers, disease due to privations and poor sanitation, rather than military action caused the greatest number of casualties to the besieged.
The Siege of Ladysmith drew the world's attention to this dusty, hot town in Natal. Although constantly under bombardment by the Boers, disease due to privations and poor sanitation, rather than military action caused the greatest number of casualties to the besieged.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Johannesburg
South Africa
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
25 b/w photos, maps
Dimensions
Height: 210 mm
Width: 148 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-928211-44-0 (9781928211440)
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Steve Watt has been researching the Anglo-Boer War for over 35 years. His work has resulted in a seminal publication of the deaths and graves of the Imperial forces engaged in the conflict. He has conducted numerous tours around the battle sites, published many articles and presented papers at conferences on his specific field of interest.