How Botha And Smuts Conquered German South West (1916)

By W S Rayner and W.S. Rayner

Book Overview

""How Botha And Smuts Conquered German South West"" is a historical account written by W. S. Rayner in 1916. The book details the military campaigns and strategies used by the South African generals, Louis Botha and Jan Christiaan Smuts, to conquer German South West Africa during World War I. Rayner offers a detailed analysis of the political and military factors that led to the conflict, as well as the challenges and obstacles faced by the South African forces during the campaign. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the military tactics and strategies employed by Botha and Smuts, including their use of cavalry, artillery, and infantry units. Additionally, Rayner explores the role of other key figures in the conflict, such as General Manie Maritz and the German commander, General Theodor von Leutwein. Overall, ""How Botha And Smuts Conquered German South West"" offers a detailed and informative account of an important chapter in South African and World War I history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104133024
• ISBN13: 9781104133023
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 372 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"