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100 1 _aKingston, William Henry Giles,
_d1814-1880
245 1 0 _aOur Soldiers: Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign
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
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-10-17
508 _aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England
520 _a"Our Soldiers: Gallant Deeds of the British Army during Victoria's Reign" by W.H.G. Kingston is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the various campaigns and battles involving the British Army during the reign of Queen Victoria, highlighting significant events such as the Afghan wars and conflicts in Scinde. Through this narrative, readers can expect to learn about the challenges and triumphs faced by the British forces during a tumultuous period of military expansion and colonialism. The opening of the book sets the stage by discussing the context of the Afghan campaigns from 1839 to 1842, beginning with the exile of Shah Soojah-ul-Moolk and the subsequent civil turmoil in Afghanistan. It introduces key military figures, such as Lieutenant Eldred Pottinger, who played vital roles in the defense of cities like Herat. It describes the buildup of British forces intending to oust Dost Mahomed and reinstate Shah Soojah, foreshadowing the complex geopolitical dynamics that would lead to the eventual military operations. The narrative emphasizes the determination and valor of British soldiers while hinting at the disastrous consequences of their aggressive strategies. Overall, the beginning offers a sweeping overview of British military history during Queen Victoria's reign, laying the groundwork for further exploration of the battles that defined that era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aGreat Britain. Army -- History -- 19th century
653 _aGreat Britain -- History, Military -- 19th century
653 _aSoldiers -- Great Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23052
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