The Raid On The Transvaal By Dr. Jameson (1897)

By P E Aston and P.E. Aston

Book Overview

The Raid On The Transvaal By Dr. Jameson (1897) is a historical account of the infamous Jameson Raid, a failed attempt by British colonial forces to overthrow the Boer government in South Africa in 1895. The book is written by P. E. Aston and is based on the personal diary of Dr. Leander Starr Jameson, the leader of the raid. The book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the raid, including the tensions between the British and Boer governments, the political climate in South Africa at the time, and the motivations behind Jameson's decision to launch the attack. It also offers a blow-by-blow account of the raid itself, including the battles that were fought and the eventual surrender of Jameson and his men. Through Jameson's diary entries and Aston's analysis, the book sheds light on the complex political and social dynamics of late 19th-century South Africa, as well as the broader implications of the raid for British imperialism and Boer nationalism. It is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of colonialism and resistance 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: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120082420
• ISBN13: 9781120082428
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"