Towards Khartoum: The Story Of The Sudan War Of 1896

By Andrew Hilliard Atteridge

Book Overview

Towards Khartoum: The Story Of The Sudan War Of 1896 is a historical book written by A. Hilliard Atteridge. The book is a detailed account of the Sudan War of 1896, which was fought between the British forces and the forces of the Mahdist Sudan. The book starts with an introduction to the political and social situation in Sudan at the time, including the rise of the Mahdist movement and the British interest in the region. It then goes on to describe the events leading up to the war, including the failed attempts by the British to negotiate with the Mahdists, and the eventual decision to launch a military campaign.The book provides a detailed account of the military operations, including the battles of Atbara and Omdurman, which were decisive victories for the British forces. It also covers the aftermath of the war, including the establishment of British control over Sudan and the impact of the war on the region.Throughout the book, Atteridge provides insights into the personalities and motivations of the key figures involved in the war, including the British commanders and the Mahdist leaders. He also examines the wider political and social context of the conflict, including the role of religion and the impact of colonialism.Overall, Towards Khartoum: The Story Of The Sudan War Of 1896 is a comprehensive and engaging account of a significant conflict in the history of Sudan and the wider region. It will be of interest to anyone interested in military history, colonialism, and the history of 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: 1432651439
• ISBN13: 9781432651435
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 376 Pages
• Weight: 1.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"