Campaigning in Kaffirland; Or, Scenes and Adventures in the Kaffir War of 1851-52
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By William Ross King
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Campaigning in Kaffirland by William Ross King is a vivid, soldier's-eye view of the Eighth Frontier War (1850–1853) between British colonial forces and the Xhosa people of South Africa. Drawing from his personal experiences as a British officer, King recounts the hardships, ambushes, and skirmishes that defined the protracted campaign in the rugged Eastern Cape. His narrative captures the complexities of guerrilla warfare, the difficult terrain, and the cultural misunderstandings that plagued British efforts. While written from a colonial perspective, the book is a valuable primary source for understanding both military life on the frontier and the resistance mounted by indigenous African populations. King's account is detailed, fast-paced, and revealing — a compelling window into a contested chapter of imperial history.