The Sudan Campaigns 1881 98 (Men-at-Arms)

Wilkinson-Latham, Robert

ISBN 10: 0850452546 / ISBN 13: 9780850452549

Published by Osprey Publishing, 1976

A very good copy of the first edition. Seller Inventory # 634638

Synopsis:

In the Sudan in 1881 an obscure son of a carpenter pronounced himself the ‘Mahdi’ or ‘Guided One of the Prophet’, the long-expected Messiah of the Islamic faith. His influence was so strong that Egypt (co-ruled by Britain and France) was plunged into war. Robert Wilkinson-Latham provides an absorbing account of the Sudan campaigns, including the siege of Khartoum, the unpredictable General Charles Gordon, and the Nile Expedition. The author details the organisation and fortunes of all forces involved, painting a fascinating picture of the place and its peoples from 1881–98.

About the Author: Robert Wilkinson-Latham specializes in military uniforms and weapons and has written many titles to include a multitude of historical events. His previous works for Osprey include the highly acclaimed ‘Napoleon’s Artillery’.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Sudan Campaigns 1881 98 (Men-at-Arms)
Publisher: Osprey Publishing
Publication Date: 1976
Binding: Trade Paperback
Illustrator: Roffe, Michael
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Edition.