Suakin, 1885 - Ernest Parry Gambier

Suakin, 1885: Being A Sketch Of The Campaign Of This Year is a historical book written by Ernest Gambier Parry and published in 1886. The book gives a detailed account of the military campaign that took place in Suakin, Sudan in 1885. The campaign was led by British forces against the Mahdist rebels who had taken control of the region. The book provides a first-hand account of the events that took place during the campaign, including the battles that were fought, the strategies employed by the British forces, and the key players involved in the conflict. The author, who was a participant in the campaign, provides a vivid description of the conditions on the ground, the challenges faced by the soldiers, and the impact of the conflict on the local population. In addition to the military campaign, the book also provides insights into the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between the British Empire and the Mahdist movement, the role of religion in the conflict, and the impact of colonialism on the region. Overall, Suakin, 1885: Being A Sketch Of The Campaign Of This Year is a valuable historical document that provides a detailed and insightful account of a significant military campaign in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, colonialism, and the history of Sudan.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.

EAN: 9781104379155