Kandahar In 1879: Being The Diary Of Major Le Messurier (1880)

By Augustus Le Messurier

Book Overview

Kandahar In 1879: Being The Diary Of Major Le Messurier (1880) is a historical book written by Augustus Le Messurier. The book is a personal diary of Major Le Messurier's experiences in Kandahar, Afghanistan in the year 1879. Major Le Messurier was a British officer who was stationed in Kandahar during the Second Anglo-Afghan War. The book provides a detailed account of the daily life of a British officer in Kandahar during the war. It covers topics such as the military operations, the local culture and customs, the relationships between the British and the Afghan people, and the challenges faced by the British in maintaining their presence in the region. The book is written in a straightforward and honest style, providing a unique insight into the experiences of a British officer during this tumultuous period in Afghan history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Afghanistan, British colonialism, and military 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: 1437103146
• ISBN13: 9781437103144
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"