Well done, amigo, I really enjoyed this episode of the Anglo Zulu War. It seems there was wisdom to the directive of not attacking entrenched British positions. I have nothing but respect and admiration for the courage and tenacity of both armies. The age of the Zulu empire has passed, and only the shadows of it remained, which will never be extinguished. Yes and no to your question, I think that it was a combination of the two.
Thanks Chris you are always balanced and fair in your observations and give honourable credit to the combatants of both sides. History related fairly and factual as is possible.
Sir I did indeed enjoyed the narrative of battle. I pray you forgive me but I have run out of acculades. Non the less I look forward to your video lecture. Kudos and God bless you and family!
Great channel, the African campaigns are my favourite, the stories are brilliantly told, the paintings and photos which accompany them are fascinating 👏
Another great story of the Anglo-Zulu War. Was that book by a gentleman named I believe Morris? If so that is a great book I have in my library. I love British military history. During a visit to England I got to see The National Army Museum, Imperial War Museum and Guards Museum. It was great
I am one of those youngsters who was fascinated by the Zulu after watching the film "Zulu" back in the 1960s. I did a dance production called "The History of Black Dance in America" a few years back, and instead of the first African dance being from West Africa, I choreographed a South African Zulu warrior dance, as I remembered from the film. I did it to give recognition of their brave fight against European incursion, an historical effort that I felt very few people knew about in this modern age. Again, thank you for these exciting and educational re-tellings.
I love your documentaries, Chris. As a historian myself I realiy like the way you tell what happened in an impartial way and don't impose modern values on past people, who were as smart as anyone living today. In fact, many of them gave up their lives to give people in Britain the rights to enjoy the freedoms they currently have.
@@TheHistoryChap Anytime. Treating history in an Impartial way is not only the best but also the most correct way. Imposing modern day standards on any people in the past is just lazy. Far better to look into why these events happened than to get emotional about it. People in the past were just as smart as people nowadays. Timed were different then so it's important to view their actions through the lens of their time, and that applies to all.
Love your content, and having grown up watching Zulu from a very young age, i can't get enough of the history of the Zulu / boer wars. So refreshing to hear more about these different engagements. Thank you so much for your time in researching and making these videos :)
Enjoyed as always, Chris was hooked for your detailed showing the whole battle in a decent way again . In the good old times of Zululand under the Attila of Africa Chaka no one Zulu warrior in any age would have dare to take one step against the clear orders of the God near king, Chaka. He killed thousands of his warriors by punishment or sending to never come back missions..The times when soldiers can ride and fight. If you want a bayonet charge call in the Irish. All the best from Ludwig.
A very well done video on the Zulu Wars. Truly the Zulu Warriors were incredibly brave. Yet faced with an entrenched Brutish Army. It was hard to press their normal attack style. The Horns of the Buffalo which served the Zulus so well in other battles. I thoroughly enjoyed your recap of this particular battle. 💪🏻🙏🏻✨
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@@TheHistoryChap British versus Zulus, British versus Boxers, British versus Americans, British versus Boers. My goodness those British were every where.
The "Land Wars" in New Zealand were only a few years ago called "The Māori Wars". It may not be well known in Britain, but the Māori actually won a couple of battles in the Northland Province (or "North Auckland" Province). Maybe you are aware of the remarkable fortifications constructed at Ruapekapeka and other battle sites. They had a chief who was a remarkable engineer and who constructed fortifications similar to First World War ones - BUT this was in the 1840s , well before WW1. The Māori Battalion played a significant part in WW2 in the Middle East and North Africa and it is rumored that they were the only troops of whom Rommel was really fearful of (of their fighting spirit and bravery). Thanks for the fascinating History accounts.
I read a book about that cheif. Dammned if I can remember his name or the book. I was also shocked that I had never heard of it. Would be a great movie.
Nicely done, thank you sir. And to all those over- righteous keyboard warriors who attempt to “judge” battles of the previous centuries by the very dubious “righteousness” of political “correct” thinking - yesterday is a different country…..
Thank you, I am finding this series really interesting. All I knew about the Zulu/British war was from the film. I never knew that it was any more than that. 👍🏻
Once again you are giving a splendid lecture of some things that most of us do not know. And I am watching you videos with great interest. And since me and obviously many others are intersted in this Zulu war thing. It would have been fun to see the line from those wars and destiny of the Zulu nation up to our time in 2024! That had been intersting, for sure!
Hello Chris Green, as an American I didn't know much about South Africa and the British. I saw the movies but didin't know anything else. It is fascinating listening to your accounts of the Zulu battles. Same with Sudan. I saw the movie about Kartoom but didn't know the background. Thank you!
Thanks again Chris, for another excellent story. I was sitting and watching intently, when I heard the mention of Tiverton & Private Snook. I nearly fell off my chair, as Tiverton is the town I was born in. Technically it was Bampton, just a few miles away but Tiverton is where mom and I ended up. Anyway, I rarely hear the towns name mentioned, so I was pleasantly surprised. Cheers
So it was ok for the Zulus to massacre the British at three battles, but not ok for the British to massacre the Zulus at one battle. I assume the Zulus took no prisoners at the first three battles.
If you watched my last video, you will understand that the Zulu king had actually ordered prisoners to be taken at Hlobane. Most of his warriors simply ignored that order.
Of course politicians will use anything to decry their opponents to get support (Gladstone was usually anti-interventionalist if I remember). But in any case, are we any better than our enemies if we give into the same bloodthirstiness?
@ I very much enjoy your work. I was not so knowledgeable about this battle. The only thing I don’t understand from this video is you describe the British as being laagered, but when you see the elevated picture you use there is no laager. They’re in open formation.
Can you imagine being a heroic, victorian general, only to be remembered as "the guy who got trampled by a giraffe". You can win a hundred battles, but you get trampled by one long necked horse...
I really enjoy your post's and commentary on this subject! I call it the "Arrogance of War"! We had that same experience at the "Battle of Little Big Horn"!!!!
@@TheHistoryChapmost of the massacres were natives massacring white settlers/innocent native tribes, so hope you add that when you talk about american history, not much people know.
The history of "The Empire" & it's battles/ wars is very interesting. After my time in Afghanistan (U.S. Army), I read books about the British exploits there, & in Africa, in the 19th Century. I also re-watched "The Man Who Would be King". Great movie. It seems imperial wars will never end. Sad for the participants but exciting reading for those who come afterwards.
I enjoyed this video. it was a battle that I had little knowledge of. I have a copy of the painting of the last stand at Islandwana in my home and have visited many battle sites in KZN. I have an interest in General Ian Hamilton because my S African grandfather fought in Gallipoli at the battle of the Nek with the Australian Imperial Forces. From what I recall he was injured on top of Majuba in the first Anglo Boer war and walked with a limp due to this injury. He was, to my memory involved with Gallipoli. He seemed to pop up everywhere. Maybe a video?
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As I recall (it is many years since I read it), the book _The Washing of the Spears_ tells the story of the British-Zulu war. Two peoples, the Europeans and the Zulu, were advancing toward each other over many years of settlement. The phrase I remember is "the twinkling of a century" to describe how the conflict developed.
As ever a great and fair minded account of a fascinating battle in British history. If only this was taught to our children rather than a hatred and contempt for our history this country would be a far better place. How you manage to resist adding at some point "they don't like it up 'em sir!" a la Corporal Jones is beyond me however!
Hi Chris very well told story. Its a part of history I really don't know so it makes it all the more interesting, thank you!! I've just finished rereading operation mincemeat. I think you would make a great job of relating that story. It was later made into a book and film The man who never was, written by one of the organisers of the operation. Have a great weekend!!
The Zulus, brave as they were and had numerical advantage, may have scored some early success against the British, but in the end they succumbed by not heeding the axiom: don’t bring a leather shield and spear to a gunfight. Appreciate your superb narrative as usual.
Great video as always. Love the way you bring the stories to life. It always strikes me as odd when after Isandlwana the Zulu's left no survivors, (wounded or captured), and disembowelled many of them, as was their custom with no talk of controversy and yet if a European army or its allies did likewise they face criticism both at the time and afterwards. Not saying that killing wounded or POW's is right, just that they are as bad regardless of who did it or fair play for both sides. But no one talks about the controversy of the Zulu victory's when they kill everyone they meet regardless of circumstance.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video and you have made a really interesting point. Yes, you are correct. Zulu weren’t renowned for taking prisoners of either the British or any neighbouring nations/tribes.
This is one of my favourite battles from colonial history (if one can have a favourite when talking about the dreadful brutality of war) - so thanks very much!
Brilliant lecture as always - thankyou. But am I right in a belief from somewhere in the bowels of my (admittedly dubious) history memory, that Col. Buller's first name is pronounced "Reevers" ?
Wonders of technology. School History of the Zulu Wars consisted of the film ZULU when I was at Junior School. Thank you "History Chap" for continuing my education in my 60s.
Good use of maps to show the disposition of both sides and what they had to contend with on the ground. The little personal stories bring the battle to life. As usual, the British army had to learn lessons the hard way.
I read Morris's book at age 15 and have been fascinated about the Zulu nation's history since. And I saw "Zulu" in a theater when it came out as a boy. Artistic license? Yeah...
Thank you for this one, Chris. Incidentally, Snook's assertion that the Zulu wounded "begged for mercy" leads me to doubt the truth of his whole claim... It's hard to envisage Zulus begging for anything - their lives included.
What a ridiculous thing to say. Totally going with the noble savage trope that a wounded man in pain and possibly dying would behave differently if he was black than if he was white. This is classic lefty woke middle class virtue signalling nonesense that is more racist than any rubbish spouted by the National Front.
@@lyndoncmp5751 "Of course" is the 'universal proof used' when evidence is totally lacking. Just because you and I would grovel for our lives doesn't mean that everyone else would.
I am in total awe of the Zulus. The fact that they would suddenly appear as if out of nowhere is amazing. It must have been terrifying to see the Zulu pop up
Cheers Chris, another super representative History lesson. You are aware of MY connection with Rorke's Drift, Great, Great Granson of JOHN WILLIAM FIELDING V.C. Greatest respect for the Zulu Nation, and all 'they' still stand for, even in the 21st Century. And one simple question for those interested...WHY does the "phonetic" alphabet include the word ZULU for defining the letter "Z"...perhaps this governing respect is again for the Great Nation !? Stay safe G.A.R.
Interesting as always. Would it be of interest to you in making a video comparing the abilities and strengths of the various African Warrior Tribes? The Zulu, Massai etc.
Would you consider a video on " The War of Jenkin's Ear " ? It might be fun for you and informative to your subscribers. Thanks for all the videos I have enjoyed.
There were two men from the Swaziland army on my SAA Instructors at the School of Infantry, Warminster back in the late eighties. Nice guys but they didn't like the cold out on the ranges, good fun at the end of course piss-up though. Cheers.
British victory at Kambula showed clearly how important was to fortify your positions, expecially against a strong, numerically superior enemy, Wood didn't made the error to understimate his enemy only because they weren't "europeans", as others did at Ishandlwana. The makeshift fortications negated to the Zulus their greater advantage, not only their superior number, but also their swiftness in attack.
Hi, do you know the names of the men escorting the Crown Prince when they were ambushed please? I think my grandfather may have been one of them but can find no records of individual men.
Chris, would you please publish a list of the books in the bookcase behind you? My eyes aren't good enough to make out most of the titles. May we please have some more about the Royal Navy of this period?
Harry, there are so many, but here are a few of my favourites: Zulu Rising - Ian Knight Khartoum - Michael Asher The Scramble for Africa- Thomas Pakenham Tip and Rin - Edward Paice The '45 - Christopher Duffy
Another ripping yarn thanks m8 have you done one on Colonel Redvers Buller I've heard his name a lot but know nothing of the man . Oh and why not make a shield thick enough to stop the bullets of the day? to heavy ?
Even if you greatly outnumber your enemy, it must take a hell of a lot of courage to charge towards a line of rifles (and continue charging after they open fire) when you're only armed with a stabbing spear and a cowhide shield.
Thank you, sir. Much respect from South Africa.
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Well done, amigo, I really enjoyed this episode of the Anglo Zulu War. It seems there was wisdom to the directive of not attacking entrenched British positions. I have nothing but respect and admiration for the courage and tenacity of both armies. The age of the Zulu empire has passed, and only the shadows of it remained, which will never be extinguished. Yes and no to your question, I think that it was a combination of the two.
Hi Harry, thanks for your very thoughtful comment.
Brilliant episode, Chris. Loved it from start to finish.
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Excellent video. In school we didn't learn any of this. Amazing how you can learn your own countries history on RUclips. Keep up the great work
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Love learning British history from across the pond.
Glad you are enjoying. One day I will go back to times before the British Empire!
Thanks Chris you are always balanced and fair in your observations and give honourable credit to the combatants of both sides. History related fairly and factual as is possible.
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Thanks for another great historic story.
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Chris - as always, absolutely brilliant. Thanks so much !!
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Sir I did indeed enjoyed the narrative of battle. I pray you forgive me but I have run out of acculades. Non the less I look forward to your video lecture. Kudos and God bless you and family!
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Thank you very much, Chris. Excellent as always.
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Thanks so much Chris
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@@TheHistoryChap being ex RN anything about 1914 naval battles and onward
Love history and you present it so well. Thank you
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Great channel, the African campaigns are my favourite, the stories are brilliantly told, the paintings and photos which accompany them are fascinating 👏
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Another great story of the Anglo-Zulu War. Was that book by a gentleman named I believe Morris? If so that is a great book I have in my library. I love British military history. During a visit to England I got to see The National Army Museum, Imperial War Museum and Guards Museum. It was great
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I am one of those youngsters who was fascinated by the Zulu after watching the film "Zulu" back in the 1960s. I did a dance production called "The History of Black Dance in America" a few years back, and instead of the first African dance being from West Africa, I choreographed a South African Zulu warrior dance, as I remembered from the film. I did it to give recognition of their brave fight against European incursion, an historical effort that I felt very few people knew about in this modern age. Again, thank you for these exciting and educational re-tellings.
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I love your documentaries, Chris. As a historian myself I realiy like the way you tell what happened in an impartial way and don't impose modern values on past people, who were as smart as anyone living today. In fact, many of them gave up their lives to give people in Britain the rights to enjoy the freedoms they currently have.
Glad you like my videos and the way I do try to be impartial and view history as that.
@@TheHistoryChap Anytime. Treating history in an Impartial way is not only the best but also the most correct way. Imposing modern day standards on any people in the past is just lazy. Far better to look into why these events happened than to get emotional about it.
People in the past were just as smart as people nowadays. Timed were different then so it's important to view their actions through the lens of their time, and that applies to all.
Love your content, and having grown up watching Zulu from a very young age, i can't get enough of the history of the Zulu / boer wars. So refreshing to hear more about these different engagements. Thank you so much for your time in researching and making these videos :)
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@@TheHistoryChap looks like you have some interesting books there chris.
Cheers again Chris
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Another great story - thank you!
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Enjoyed as always, Chris was hooked for your detailed showing the whole battle in a decent way again . In the good old times of Zululand under the Attila of Africa Chaka no one Zulu warrior in any age would have dare to take one step against the clear orders of the God near king, Chaka. He killed thousands of his warriors by punishment or sending to never come back missions..The times when soldiers can ride and fight. If you want a bayonet charge call in the Irish. All the best from Ludwig.
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Nice one Chris ! Top notch as ever !!
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A very well done video on the Zulu Wars. Truly the Zulu Warriors were incredibly brave. Yet faced with an entrenched Brutish Army. It was hard to press their normal attack style. The Horns of the Buffalo which served the Zulus so well in other battles. I thoroughly enjoyed your recap of this particular battle. 💪🏻🙏🏻✨
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Very interesting, keep it coming.
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well done Chris I am really interested in the history of the Zulu war and how it started and the out come keep doing the great videos
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British versus Zulus, British versus Boxers, British versus Americans,
British versus Boers. My goodness those British were every where.
Thank you for a most interesting talk.
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I have to say, excellent video. Really enjoyed the Zulu perspective parts. Very well presented, as well.
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@@TheHistoryChap thanks for making it!
The "Land Wars" in New Zealand were only a few years ago called "The Māori Wars". It may not be well known in Britain, but the Māori actually won a couple of battles in the Northland Province (or "North Auckland" Province). Maybe you are aware of the remarkable fortifications constructed at Ruapekapeka and other battle sites. They had a chief who was a remarkable engineer and who constructed fortifications similar to First World War ones - BUT this was in the 1840s , well before WW1. The Māori Battalion played a significant part in WW2 in the Middle East and North Africa and it is rumored that they were the only troops of whom Rommel was really fearful of (of their fighting spirit and bravery). Thanks for the fascinating History accounts.
I read a book about that cheif. Dammned if I can remember his name or the book. I was also shocked that I had never heard of it. Would be a great movie.
Love this chap. Highly educated and surprisingly tolerant
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Nicely done, thank you sir. And to all those over- righteous keyboard warriors who attempt to “judge” battles of the previous centuries by the very dubious “righteousness” of political “correct” thinking - yesterday is a different country…..
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Thank you, excellent post. RIP all from both sides xx
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Thank you, I am finding this series really interesting. All I knew about the Zulu/British war was from the film. I never knew that it was any more than that. 👍🏻
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Once again you are giving a splendid lecture of some things that most of us do not know. And I am watching you videos with great interest. And since me and obviously many others are intersted in this Zulu war thing. It would have been fun to see the line from those wars and destiny of the Zulu nation up to our time in 2024! That had been intersting, for sure!
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Yes,a very brave man and General Evelyn Wood.
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Well presented as always....I'm looking forward to the video on the battle of Ginginluvu.
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Hello Chris Green, as an American I didn't know much about South Africa and the British. I saw the movies but didin't know anything else. It is fascinating listening to your accounts of the Zulu battles. Same with Sudan. I saw the movie about Kartoom but didn't know the background. Thank you!
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Another great video Chris!!!!!
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Interesting, to say the least - and most thought provoking - thanks, Chris.
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Thanks again Chris, for another excellent story. I was sitting and watching intently, when I heard the mention of Tiverton & Private Snook. I nearly fell off my chair, as Tiverton is the town I was born in. Technically it was Bampton, just a few miles away but Tiverton is where mom and I ended up. Anyway, I rarely hear the towns name mentioned, so I was pleasantly surprised. Cheers
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Really fantastic presentation. Both in terms of historical data and excellent delivery. I appreciate your efforts in this regard. D Mullins
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i remenber reading washing of the spears about 50 yrs ago havnt seen it since,but remarkable for sparking my interest in these times
So it was ok for the Zulus to massacre the British at three battles, but not ok for the British to massacre the Zulus at one battle. I assume the Zulus took no prisoners at the first three battles.
They're black though. How dare you. 🙄
If you watched my last video, you will understand that the Zulu king had actually ordered prisoners to be taken at Hlobane. Most of his warriors simply ignored that order.
Of course politicians will use anything to decry their opponents to get support (Gladstone was usually anti-interventionalist if I remember). But in any case, are we any better than our enemies if we give into the same bloodthirstiness?
Thats okay then@TheHistoryChap
The were always those in British society that support the enemy rather than their own soldiers. We see the same today in British politics.
This war has dominated my life since seeing the original film when about 7 years old.
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@ I very much enjoy your work. I was not so knowledgeable about this battle. The only thing I don’t understand from this video is you describe the British as being laagered, but when you see the elevated picture you use there is no laager. They’re in open formation.
Well you are indeed one of the Chris Greens, and one of the history chaps.
Good work,as always. G
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Can you imagine being a heroic, victorian general, only to be remembered as "the guy who got trampled by a giraffe". You can win a hundred battles, but you get trampled by one long necked horse...
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Excellent video, thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for another great story of the Zulu War, stay well.
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Yes......and another fine video....
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Very interesting and fascinating story
Keep up the good work
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Superlative production, sir
So nice of you, thanks
I really enjoy your post's and commentary on this subject! I call it the "Arrogance of War"! We had that same experience at the "Battle of Little Big Horn"!!!!
Maybe I should venture into American history at some stage?
@@TheHistoryChapmost of the massacres were natives massacring white settlers/innocent native tribes, so hope you add that when you talk about american history, not much people know.
The history of "The Empire" & it's battles/ wars is very interesting. After my time in Afghanistan (U.S. Army), I read books about the British exploits there, & in Africa, in the 19th Century. I also re-watched "The Man Who Would be King". Great movie. It seems imperial wars will never end. Sad for the participants but exciting reading for those who come afterwards.
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About time, someone used their noodle and set up a strong defense. Excellent story and presentation.
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I’ve been waiting for this one! Great video! It makes me wish I was still teaching world history instead of US history.
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I enjoyed this video. it was a battle that I had little knowledge of. I have a copy of the painting of the last stand at Islandwana in my home and have visited many battle sites in KZN. I have an interest in General Ian Hamilton because my S African grandfather fought in Gallipoli at the battle of the Nek with the Australian Imperial Forces. From what I recall he was injured on top of Majuba in the first Anglo Boer war and walked with a limp due to this injury. He was, to my memory involved with Gallipoli. He seemed to pop up everywhere. Maybe a video?
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As I recall (it is many years since I read it), the book _The Washing of the Spears_ tells the story of the British-Zulu war. Two peoples, the Europeans and the Zulu, were advancing toward each other over many years of settlement. The phrase I remember is "the twinkling of a century" to describe how the conflict developed.
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As ever a great and fair minded account of a fascinating battle in British history. If only this was taught to our children rather than a hatred and contempt for our history this country would be a far better place. How you manage to resist adding at some point "they don't like it up 'em sir!" a la Corporal Jones is beyond me however!
Education and entertainment. The way forward. Thank you.
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Hi Chris very well told story. Its a part of history I really don't know so it makes it all the more interesting, thank you!!
I've just finished rereading operation mincemeat. I think you would make a great job of relating that story. It was later made into a book and film The man who never was, written by one of the organisers of the operation.
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Another excellent video about time you made the jump to TV
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Love listening to your storytelling………
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The Zulus, brave as they were and had numerical advantage, may have scored some early success against the British, but in the end they succumbed by not heeding the axiom: don’t bring a leather shield and spear to a gunfight. Appreciate your superb narrative as usual.
Their king hoped that the British would negotiate after Isandlwana but instead they wanted to settle the score.
Zulu and Zulu Dawn were both terrific movies, I couldn't guess how many times I've watched them over the years.
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Great video as always. Love the way you bring the stories to life.
It always strikes me as odd when after Isandlwana the Zulu's left no survivors, (wounded or captured), and disembowelled many of them, as was their custom with no talk of controversy and yet if a European army or its allies did likewise they face criticism both at the time and afterwards.
Not saying that killing wounded or POW's is right, just that they are as bad regardless of who did it or fair play for both sides. But no one talks about the controversy of the Zulu victory's when they kill everyone they meet regardless of circumstance.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video and you have made a really interesting point. Yes, you are correct. Zulu weren’t renowned for taking prisoners of either the British or any neighbouring nations/tribes.
Love to see videos on the best books to learn about historical events.
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Great history programs. Brings new materials to Churchill's book.
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This is one of my favourite battles from colonial history (if one can have a favourite when talking about the dreadful brutality of war) - so thanks very much!
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The Zulu king is quite the striking figure! He is much more dignified than his depiction in the film.
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Brilliant lecture as always - thankyou.
But am I right in a belief from somewhere in the bowels of my (admittedly dubious) history memory, that Col. Buller's first name is pronounced "Reevers" ?
Wonders of technology. School History of the Zulu Wars consisted of the film ZULU when I was at Junior School. Thank you "History Chap" for continuing my education in my 60s.
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Dear Chris , Love your content. Could you consider doing a piece on Colonial Malaya?
Thanks for the suggestion. Have done one about the Malayan Emergency and have plans for Singapore 1942
The Zulus failed to adapt their tactics?……..just a thought…..thanks for the insightful info and commentary….outstanding as always Old Boy!🇬🇧🇳🇿
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Great again. Fascinating Era of warfare
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Yes!
Yes and no, brave men can by brave and yet still feel guilty about previous actions.
Interestingly thought. Thanks for taking the time to share.
Good use of maps to show the disposition of both sides and what they had to contend with on the ground. The little personal stories bring the battle to life. As usual, the British army had to learn lessons the hard way.
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I read Morris's book at age 15 and have been fascinated about the Zulu nation's history since. And I saw "Zulu" in a theater when it came out as a boy. Artistic license? Yeah...
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Thank you for this one, Chris. Incidentally, Snook's assertion that the Zulu wounded "begged for mercy" leads me to doubt the truth of his whole claim... It's hard to envisage Zulus begging for anything - their lives included.
Good point.
What a ridiculous thing to say. Totally going with the noble savage trope that a wounded man in pain and possibly dying would behave differently if he was black than if he was white. This is classic lefty woke middle class virtue signalling nonesense that is more racist than any rubbish spouted by the National Front.
The Zulus weren't the fearless supermen of myth. Of course many would have pleaded for their lives. Nothing Snook said is incorrect.
@@lyndoncmp5751 "Of course" is the 'universal proof used' when evidence is totally lacking. Just because you and I would grovel for our lives doesn't mean that everyone else would.
I am in total awe of the Zulus. The fact that they would suddenly appear as if out of nowhere is amazing. It must have been terrifying to see the Zulu pop up
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Peace.....through superior fire power.
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Brilliant Sir.
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Cheers Chris, another super representative History lesson. You are aware of MY connection with Rorke's Drift, Great, Great Granson of JOHN WILLIAM FIELDING V.C.
Greatest respect for the Zulu Nation, and all 'they' still stand for, even in the 21st Century.
And one simple question for those interested...WHY does the "phonetic" alphabet include the word ZULU for defining the letter "Z"...perhaps this governing respect is again for the Great Nation !? Stay safe G.A.R.
Thanks for your interesting comments, may be you are right about the phonetic alphabet.
Yes.
Interesting as always. Would it be of interest to you in making a video comparing the abilities and strengths of the various African Warrior Tribes? The Zulu, Massai etc.
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Would you consider a video on " The War of Jenkin's Ear " ? It might be fun for you and informative to your subscribers. Thanks for all the videos I have enjoyed.
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There were two men from the Swaziland army on my SAA Instructors at the School of Infantry, Warminster back in the late eighties. Nice guys but they didn't like the cold out on the ranges, good fun at the end of course piss-up though. Cheers.
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British victory at Kambula showed clearly how important was to fortify your positions, expecially against a strong, numerically superior enemy, Wood didn't made the error to understimate his enemy only because they weren't "europeans", as others did at Ishandlwana.
The makeshift fortications negated to the Zulus their greater advantage, not only their superior number, but also their swiftness in attack.
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Hi, do you know the names of the men escorting the Crown Prince when they were ambushed please?
I think my grandfather may have been one of them but can find no records of individual men.
Unless he was an officer it he may be hard to find but try the regiment he was with and they may be able to help.
top man history chap , would have loved you for my history teacher and double history,,
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Excellent.
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Chris, would you please publish a list of the books in the bookcase behind you? My eyes aren't good enough to make out most of the titles.
May we please have some more about the Royal Navy of this period?
Harry, there are so many, but here are a few of my favourites:
Zulu Rising - Ian Knight
Khartoum - Michael Asher
The Scramble for Africa- Thomas Pakenham
Tip and Rin - Edward Paice
The '45 - Christopher Duffy
@@TheHistoryChap Thank you most kindly Chris. I can offer recommendations for books on US Navy history if you are interested.
Great stuff any chance of vids on eyre coote and wandiwash
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Hi Mr History. Whose are the medals on your bookshelf? Great episode.
They are my grandfather’s. He served in the Italian campaign in WW2 at Anzio.
Need a movie about this battle!
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Great video Sir! BUT if an enemy gives no quarter don't ever expect it from me ♠️ 74+🍁 hunter Yorkshire expat
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Interesting as a american the brits where and still are a formidable opponent
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Another ripping yarn thanks m8 have you done one on Colonel Redvers Buller I've heard his name a lot but know nothing of the man . Oh and why not make a shield thick enough to stop the bullets of the day? to heavy ?
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Even if you greatly outnumber your enemy, it must take a hell of a lot of courage to charge towards a line of rifles (and continue charging after they open fire) when you're only armed with a stabbing spear and a cowhide shield.
Brave men.