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

Wilkinson-Latham, Robert

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0850452546 ISBN 13: 9780850452549

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1976

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 this title

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.

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'.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1976
• ISBN 10: 0850452546
• ISBN 13: 9780850452549
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 48
• Illustrator: Roffe Michael