The Zulu Kings and their Armies

Author : Jonathan Sutherland, Diane Canwell

Paperback

Published : Monday 17 August 2020

ISBN : 9781526782083

Price : €17.54

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The Zulu Kings and their Armies

by Jonathan Sutherland, Diane Canwell

Paperback

17 Aug 2020

HISTORY
>> Military

€17.54

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Description

Interest in the Zulu kings and their armies has never been greater. While much has been written on the Anglo Zulu Wars, the military and social structure of the Zulu Nation has been largely neglected. This book redresses this imbalance.

Covering nearly one hundred years of Zulu military history, this book focuses on the creation, maintenance, development, tactics and ultimate destruction of the Zulu army. It studies the armies, weapons and tactics under the rule of the five Zulu kings from Shaka to Dinizulu. The rule of each of the five kings is examined in terms of their relationships with the army and how they raised regiments to expand their influence in the region. All the major battles and campaigns are discussed with reference to the development of the weapons and tactics of the army. Internal regimental dynamics, their history, customs and rituals are also examined, particularly the social importance of the regiments.

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