Sir Charles Warren and Spion Kop: A Vindication by Defender
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| Author | Defender |
|---|---|
| Title | Sir Charles Warren and Spion Kop: A Vindication |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Sir Charles Warren and Spion Kop: A Vindication" by ‘Defender’ is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the events surrounding the military operations at Spion Kop during the Second Boer War, examining Sir Charles Warren's leadership and the aftermath of military decisions made during that period. The book seeks to defend Warren’s conduct amidst criticisms and to illuminate the challenges faced by British forces during the conflict. The opening of the text sets the stage for the discussion regarding the operations on the Tugela River in Natal, particularly emphasizing the significance of Spion Kop in the context of British military strategy. It introduces the controversies and criticisms directed at Sir Charles Warren following the abandonment of the position, arguing that he acted under difficult circumstances and that the criticism he faced was often unjust. The section outlines the political climate following the operations and hints at the intention to provide a detailed analysis of the military strategies involved, as well as Warren’s defense against the accusations made by his superior, Sir Redvers Buller. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | Warren, Charles, Sir, 1840-1927 |
| Subject | Spion Kop, Battle of, South Africa, 1900 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63356 |
| Release Date | Oct 1, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 55 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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