Letters from Mafeking: Eyewitness Accounts from the Longest Siege of the South African War

by Edward Spiers and Edward M. Spiers

Mafeking was the longest and the most controversial of the three sieges that began the South African War in 1899. Lasting 217 days, the Siege of Mafeking brought a highly charismatic leader to public attention and involved some controversial practices.While of little military significance, the relief of Mafeking produced unprecedented celebrations across Britain and much of its empire. Sustained over several days, such rejoicings led to the creation...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1526710021
• ISBN13: 9781526710024
• Release Date: April 2019
• Publisher: Frontline Books
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.4" x 9.1"