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Focusing on the South African Forces' contributions during World War I, this official history details their formation and deployment from Egypt to France. It highlights their involvement in significant battles, including the Somme Offensive and the brutal engagements at Delville Wood and Butte de Warlencourt. The narrative captures their resilience during key campaigns at Arras and Cambrai, and their role in countering the German Spring offensives, culminating in the Armistice. Enhanced with photos and maps, it reflects the author's deep appreciation for South Africa.
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The History of the South African Forces in France, John Buchan, 1. Baron Tweedsmuir
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- 2015
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- Title
- The History of the South African Forces in France
- Language
- English
- Publisher
- Naval & Military Press
- Publisher
- 2015
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 484
- ISBN13
- 9781783311699
- Category
- History, World history
- Description
- Focusing on the South African Forces' contributions during World War I, this official history details their formation and deployment from Egypt to France. It highlights their involvement in significant battles, including the Somme Offensive and the brutal engagements at Delville Wood and Butte de Warlencourt. The narrative captures their resilience during key campaigns at Arras and Cambrai, and their role in countering the German Spring offensives, culminating in the Armistice. Enhanced with photos and maps, it reflects the author's deep appreciation for South Africa.