Armies in East Africa 1914-18

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Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 5852930-6

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Synopsis:

One of the least-published campaigns of World War I (1914-1918) was that fought in East Africa by forces of colonial troops – British Empire, Belgian, Portuguese and German. Short of resources, many European, African and Indian soldiers recorded epics of endurance as they hunted the outnumbered but brilliantly led German colonial forces across a disease-ridden wilderness.
The achievements of Paul von Lettow Vorbeck – the last German commander in the field to lay down his arms – brought him fame and respect comparable to that won by Rommel in World War II. The events and the forces are described here in concise detail, and illustrated with rare photographs and striking colour artworks.

From the Publisher: Packed with specially commissioned artwork, maps and diagrams, the Men-at-Arms series is an unrivalled illustrated reference on the history, organisation, uniforms and equipment of the world's military forces, past and present.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Armies in East Africa 1914-18
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Soft cover
Illustrator: Ruggeri, Raffaele
Condition: Good