Zulu 1816–1906
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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, firearms were ill understood, and between 1816 and 1906 the Zulus 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, dress and customs are also carefully examined, making this a thorough account of the Zulu warrior.
Table of Contents
Chronology
Recruitment
The Amakhanda
Joining a Regiment
Conditions of Service
Marriage
Organisation
Uniform
Shields
Weapons
Firearms
On Campaign
Experience of Battle
Medical Care
After the Campaign
Disaster and Defeat
Places to Visit
Product details
| Published | 09 Nov 1995 |
|---|---|
| Format | Paperback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 64 |
| ISBN | 9781855324749 |
| Imprint | Osprey Publishing |
| Illustrations | 52 b/w; 12 col |
| Dimensions | 248 x 184 mm |
| Series | Warrior |
| Short code | WAR 14 |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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