The Relief Of Ladysmith (1900)

By John Black Atkins

Book Overview

The Relief of Ladysmith is a historical account of the Siege of Ladysmith during the Second Boer War, written by John Black Atkins in 1900. The book describes the events leading up to the siege, the tactics used by the Boers and the British during the battle, and the eventual relief of the town by British forces. Atkins, who was a member of the Royal Army Medical Corps, provides a detailed and first-hand account of the medical conditions during the siege, including the spread of disease and the treatment of wounded soldiers. The book also includes maps and illustrations to help readers understand the geography of the battle. Overall, The Relief of Ladysmith is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the tactics and conditions of warfare during the Second Boer War.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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: 1104325349
• ISBN13: 9781104325343
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"