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South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 6 (of 8) / From the Occupation of Pretoria to Mr. Kruger's Departure from South Africa, with a Summarised Account of the Guerilla War to March 1901 cover

South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 6 (of 8) / From the Occupation of Pretoria to Mr. Kruger's Departure from South Africa, with a Summarised Account of the Guerilla War to March 1901

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The volume continues a chronological military narrative beginning with the occupation of Pretoria and proceeds through operations that secured the Transvaal, describing major battles and maneuvers such as those at Diamond Hill, Laing’s Nek and Lydenburg and the events that led to the flight of the Boer leader. It then condenses the transition to widespread guerrilla warfare and the subsequent pursuit and protection of communications up to March 1901. Substantial appendix material includes maps and illustrations, a gazetteer, a biographical register of notable participants, a list of Victoria Cross recipients, a lexicon of campaign terms, casualty lists, and a chronological table.

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Louis Creswicke

Louis Creswicke was a British author and journalist known for his detailed accounts of the South African War. His notable work, "South Africa and the Transvaal War," is an extensive eight-volume series that chronicles the conflict from its origins through to its conclusion, providing a comprehensive perspective on the events and implications of the war. In addition to his military writings, Creswicke also explored themes of love and relationships in his novel "Love's Usuries." His contributions reflect a keen interest in both historical and social narratives, making him a significant figure in the literature of his time.

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