The River Column: A Narrative Of The Advance Of The River Column Of The Nile Expeditionary Force And Its Return Down The Rapids

By Henry Brackenbury and Major General Henry Brackenbury

Book Overview

""The River Column"" is a historical narrative that details the journey of the River Column of the Nile Expeditionary Force. Written by Henry Brackenbury, a British army officer who served in the campaign, the book provides a vivid account of the expedition's advance up the Nile River and its return down the rapids. The narrative is based on Brackenbury's personal experiences and observations, as well as on the reports of other officers and soldiers who took part in the campaign. The book offers a detailed description of the geography, climate, and culture of the region, as well as the military tactics and strategies employed by the British forces. It also includes numerous illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the terrain and the movements of the troops. Overall, ""The River Column"" is a fascinating and informative account of an important military campaign and a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of British imperialism in Africa.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: 1432650688
• ISBN13: 9781432650681
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"