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100 1 _aHamilton-Browne, G.,
_d1844-1916
245 1 0 _aCamp Fire Yarns of the Lost Legion
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2013
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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500 _aRelease date is 2013-02-28
508 _aProduced by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Camp Fire Yarns of the Lost Legion" by Colonel G. Hamilton-Browne is a collection of personal narratives and historical accounts written in the late 19th century. The stories reflect on the author's experiences during his military service with the Lost Legion, particularly focusing on his encounters with the Maori people in New Zealand and the tumultuous conflicts of that era. The book aims to capture the essence of camaraderie, culture, and the hardships faced by soldiers and their indigenous counterparts during this significant period. The opening of the narrative introduces the author's nostalgic reflections as he recalls his time spent in New Zealand, longing for the days of adventure and the spirit of companionship that marked his military career. He discusses the Maori's complex character as both courageous warriors and hospitable individuals, sharing insights into their culture and conflicts, particularly during the wars that raged from the 1860s to the 1870s. With a blend of personal anecdotes and broader historical context, Browne sets the stage for a series of yarns that celebrate bravery, explore cultural exchanges, and delve into the rich tapestry of life on the frontier during a gripping time in history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aZulu War, 1879
653 _aMāori (New Zealand people) -- Warfare
653 _aNew Zealand -- History -- Anecdotes
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/42228
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