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100 1 _aJames, Lionel,
_d1871-1955
245 1 0 _aOn the Heels of De Wet
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-01-19
508 _aE-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Jeannie Howse, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net/c/)
520 _a"On the Heels of De Wet" by Lionel James is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers on the experiences of an Intelligence Officer during the Second Boer War, particularly focusing on the British military efforts to track down the elusive Boer leader, Christiaan de Wet. Through a blend of first-hand observations and sharp commentary, the text reflects on the chaos, challenges, and camaraderie of soldiers embroiled in the complexities of guerrilla warfare in South Africa. The opening of the book sets the tone with vivid descriptions of the harsh conditions faced by soldiers at De Aar, a key logistical point during the war. The protagonist arrives after a difficult journey, greeted by a scene of disarray and military maneuvering as different groups of troops prepare to engage in the conflict. Amidst the hostile environment and chaotic atmosphere, the narrative introduces various characters, including a weary brigadier and other officers, as they navigate the challenges of communication and coordination in the midst of war. As the Intelligence Officer assumes his role, a sense of urgency builds, hinting at the broader struggle against De Wet's forces, emphasizing the unpredictability and tension of military life during this tumultuous period. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aSouth African War, 1899-1902 -- Personal narratives
653 _aDe Wet, Christiaan Rudolf, 1854-1922
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/20400
999 _c61671
_d61671