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A Handful of Heroes, Rorke's Drift: Facts, Myths and Legends by Katie Stossel (Hardcover, 2015)

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Thanks to newly discovered letters and documents, 'A Handful of Heroes' updates the history of the Defence of Rorke's Drift, which will forever be one of the most celebrated British feats of arms. Remarkably after such prolonged historical scrutiny, the author's research proves that there is yet more to discover about this famous incident of the Zulu War 1879 and her superbly researched book reveals a number of myths that have distorted what happened during the gallant defence of the small Mission Station. For example, it transpires that the isolated outpost was already well prepared for an attack by experts in field defence. While this in no way denigrates the heroic efforts of the heavily out-numbered defenders, it does help to explain the successful defence against seemingly overwhelming odds This fascinating and highly readable account goes on to examine in detail the famous Chard Report which has long been relied on by historians and authors. Doubts emerge as to its accuracy and evidence is provided which suggests the Report's author was coerced by a senior officer in order to protect the latter's reputation. Likewise the letters of August Hammar, a young Swedish visitor to the Mission, put Reverend Otto Witt's false account into perspective. These and other revelations make 'A Handful of Heroes' a fresh and important addition to the bibliography of this legendary Zulu War engagement. SELLING POINTS: . The Zulu War and Rorke's Drift in particular are a highly popular subject area. . The Defence of Rorke's Drift is one of the most celebrated British feats of arms. . Contains fascinating new research material. . Written by published Zulu War expert. 16 pages of black and white plates

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Pen & Sword Books Ltd
ISBN-13
9781473828223
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Author
Katie Stossel
Publication Name
A Handful of Heroes, Rorke's Drift: Facts, Myths and Legends
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Subject
Government, History
Publication Year
2015
Type
Textbook
Number of Pages
256 Pages

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234mm
Item Width
156mm

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Katie Stossel
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United Kingdom

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