TOWARDS PRETORIA

Ralph, Julian

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A record of the war between Briton and Boer, to the hoisting of the British flag at Bloemfontein.With historical foreword, appendices, and map(repaired). Pages lvi+ 57- 381

The historical foreward affords some particulars respecting " The Dutch in South Africa " and the Boer armament and ultimatum, and there are notes on the refugees in Cape Town, and the attitude of the Dutch and British residents. The description of the campaign (which is reproduced from Mr.Ralph's letters to the Daily Mail) includes accounts of the battles of Belmont, Graspan, Modder River, and Magersfontein the investment of Ladysmith, and the siege and relief of Kimberley

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Details:

  • Publisher: C.Arthur Pearson Ltd
  • Publisher Place: Henrietta Street-London
  • Date of Publication: 1900
  • Edition: 1st Edition
  • Jacket Condition: No Dustcover
  • Binding Condition: Very Good
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
  • Size: 132 X 205mm
  • Lot No: 30
  • Hammer Price: $38
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