Matabeleland: The War, And Our Position In South Africa (1894)

By Archibald Ross Colquhoun

Book Overview

Matabeleland: The War, And Our Position In South Africa is a historical book written by Archibald Ross Colquhoun in 1894. The book provides a detailed account of the Matabele War, which was fought between the British South Africa Company and the Matabele people in present-day Zimbabwe. It covers the events leading up to the war, the battles that were fought, and the aftermath of the conflict.Colquhoun, who was a British administrator and explorer, provides a firsthand account of the war and its impact on the region. He also offers insights into the political and social dynamics of South Africa during this period. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers.Overall, Matabeleland: The War, And Our Position In South Africa is an important historical document that sheds light on a significant event in African history. It offers a valuable perspective on the complex issues of colonialism, race, and power that continue to shape the region today.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: 1164865463
• ISBN13: 9781164865469
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 180 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"