Three Years' War (eBook)

Christiaan Rudolf de Wet (Autor)

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2022
392 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654724459-2 (EAN)

Infos

In Christiaan Rudolf De Wet's 'Three Years' War', readers are taken on a remarkable journey through the Boer War, exploring the conflict's intricacies and its impact on the people involved. De Wet's writing style is both engaging and informative, capturing the intense emotions and strategies of the war. The book is filled with detailed accounts of battles, political maneuvering, and personal experiences, providing a comprehensive view of this period in history. De Wet's literary context as a veteran of the Boer War adds a unique perspective to the narrative, giving readers a firsthand account of the events that unfolded. His in-depth analysis sheds light on the complexities of the war, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in military history and South African politics. I highly recommend 'Three Years' War' to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the Boer War and its lasting significance.

Autor

Christiaan Rudolf De Wet (1854–1922) was a prominent figure in the military history of South Africa, immortalized through his vivid account of the Second Boer War in his esteemed work 'Three Years' War' (1902). Born into a Boer farming family in the Orange Free State, De Wet would rise to prominence as a formidable guerrilla leader during a conflict that sought to challenge British imperialism in the region. His writings encapsulate not only the strategic insights of his military engagements but also reflect the resilient spirit of the Boer fighters. His narrative style, characterized by detailed and personal recollections, has granted readers a window into the hardships and complexities of war from the perspective of those who lived it. The book remains a pivotal primary source for historians analyzing the turn-of-the-century warfare tactics and the socio-political impact of the Boer Wars on South Africa. Beyond his literary contributions, De Wet's legacy speaks to a broader historical discourse on leadership, resistance, and national identity, affording him a respected place within both military and literary scholarship.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 4.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Geschichte
• Schlagworte: 1880-1910 • 1899-1902 • 19th-century warfare narratives • African struggle • Afrikaner nationalism • Anglo-Boer War literature • Biography • Boer War • Boer War history • British Empire conflict • Christiaan De Wet autobiography • colonial resistance • Colonial South Africa history • guerrilla warfare • Guerrilla warfare strategy • Historical account • Historical war diaries • History • History of Africa • military leaders biographies • military memoir • personal narratives • Second Boer War accounts • South Africa • South African history • South African military memoirs • south african war • Transvaal • Warrior tactics