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  • Published In: History of War, 2026, n. 158. P. 3 1 of 3

  • Database: Historical Abstracts with Full Text 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Williamson, Tim 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the January 1879 British military campaign into Zululand during the Second Anglo-Zulu War, aimed at capturing the Zulu capital, Ulundi. Despite being equipped with advanced Martini-Henry rifles and field guns, the British underestimated the numerically superior Zulu warriors led by King Cetshwayo, who were defending their homeland. The British suffered a significant defeat at the Battle of Isandlwana, which contrasted with the celebrated defense at Rorke’s Drift. Although the war ended with the defeat of Cetshwayo’s kingdom, the conflict highlighted both the resilience of the Zulu forces and the challenges faced by the British Empire. [Extracted from the article]

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  • Source:History of War. 2026/05, Issue 158, p3
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Ethnic and Cultural Studies
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:2054-376X
  • Accession Number:193062777
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