Zulu 1816-1906 (Warrior)
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Book Description
Zulu military organisation was extremely sophisticated. Warriors were organised into regiments with some form of basic uniform and shields were state-manufactured and owned. Yet, in spite of this sophistication, much of the Zulu's military outlook was extremely primitive: firearms were ill understood, and between 1816 and 1906 the Zulu's maintained their primary reliance on hand-to-hand fighting. In this book Ian Knight investigates Zulu weaponry in detail, and also their society, beliefs and rituals, particularly with regard to ceremonies conducted before and after battles. Tactics, costume and customs are also carefully examined, making this a thorough account of the Zulu warrior.
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Insights into the real lives of history's fighting men, packed with full colour illustrations, highly detailed cutaways, exploded artwork of weaponry and armour, and action-packed battle scenes.
Zulu 1816-1906 (Warrior),Ian Knight,Angus Mcbride,Osprey Publishing,1855324741,Africa - General,History - Military / War,History: World,Military - General,Military Land Forces,Military Science,South Africa - History,20th century,African history,History / Military / General,History of specific subjects,Land forces & warfare,Republic of South Africa,Weapons & equipment,c 1800 to c 1900
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