The Journals of Major-Gen. C. G. Gordon, C.B., at Kartoum.

Chapter 28: APPENDIX P.

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A set of first-person journals and appended documents records daily reports, tactical observations, and formal correspondence during a tense period in a Sudanese provincial capital. Entries combine administrative proposals (including river transport and transhipment plans), reflections on local conditions such as slavery and governance, and exchanges with local and foreign authorities. Maps, sketches, and numerous letters in appendices expand on negotiations, military positioning, and civic measures, producing a chronological, documentary account of efforts to manage a complex political and logistical crisis.

APPENDIX P.

Letter from Abou Gugliz to General Gordon.

In the name of God the Almighty and merciful, and praise be to our Prophet Mahomet and his relations.

From the servant of God Mahomet Osman Abou Gugliz to Gordon Pasha, the beloved by England, and the Khedive, may God beguide him to the true faith. Be it known to you that the bearer, Fatmah, has been seen by the Fakeers, and they thinking she was a spy, they imprisoned her. It is true that she is suspicious, being from the inhabitants of Kartoum. When I saw her I forgave her, and have released her from prison, and left it to her choice whether to remain here or go back to Kartoum—she preferred going back, therefore I send her; if she is a spy ask her, and she will tell you—if not, treat her as you think right.

23 El Hejah, 1301.

October 13th, 1884.

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