How We Kept the Flag Flying: The Story of the Siege of Ladysmith

By Donald Macdonald

Book Overview

How We Kept The Flag Flying: The Story Of The Siege Of Ladysmith is a historical account of the siege of Ladysmith during the Second Boer War. The book was written by Donald Macdonald, who was a British officer and served in the war. The book provides a detailed description of the events leading up to the siege of Ladysmith, the daily life of the soldiers during the siege, and the battles that took place. Macdonald also describes the hardships faced by the soldiers, including lack of food, water, and medical supplies. The book is written in a narrative style, making it an engaging read for those interested in military history. Macdonald's personal experiences and observations add a human touch to the story, making it more relatable and emotional. Overall, How We Kept The Flag Flying: The Story Of The Siege Of Ladysmith is a valuable historical document that provides an insight into the experiences of soldiers during the Second Boer War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or the history of South Africa.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104259354
• ISBN13: 9781104259358
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 332 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"