TY  - BOOK
AU  - Slatin,Rudolf Carl,Freiherr von
AU  - Bettex,Gustave
TI  - Fer et feu au Soudan, vol. 1 of 2
AV  - DT 
PY  - 2016///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Sudan -- History -- 1881-1899
KW  - Slatin, Rudolf Carl, Freiherr von, 1857-1932
KW  - Soldiers -- Sudan -- Biography
KW  - Colonial administrators -- Sudan -- Biography
KW  - Austrians -- Sudan -- Biography
KW  - Mahdism
N1  - Release date is 2016-06-15; Produced by Giovanni Fini, Clarity and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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N2  - "Fer et feu au Soudan, vol. 1" by Freiherr von Rudolf Carl Slatin is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the author's experiences and observations during his time as a governor and military officer in Sudan, specifically during the tumultuous period surrounding the Mahdist uprising. It offers insights into the political, social, and military dynamics of Sudan during a time of conflict and change.  The opening of the work begins with Slatin's introduction, detailing his early travels to Sudan, his relationships with notable individuals such as Gordon Pacha, and his reflections on the injustices and corruption in the region. Slatin describes various aspects of governance and the sociopolitical landscape he encountered, including his role in managing the challenges posed by local tribes and leaders. The narrative provides a backdrop for the unfolding insurrection led by figures like Soliman Zobeir, placing Slatin at the center of these historical events as he recounts not only his personal struggles but also the larger conflicts that shaped Sudan during this era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/52331
ER  -