Publisher's Synopsis
On Active Service With The Northumberland And Durham Yeomen, Under Lord Methuen: South Africa, 1900-1901 (1902) is a memoir written by Karl B. Spurgin about his experiences serving in the Northumberland and Durham Yeomanry during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The book details Spurgin's journey from England to South Africa, his training, and his participation in various battles and skirmishes. He provides a firsthand account of the conditions and challenges faced by soldiers during the war, including harsh weather, disease, and dangerous terrain. Spurgin also describes the relationships between soldiers and the local population, as well as the political and social tensions that existed during the conflict. The book offers a unique perspective on the Boer War and provides insight into the experiences of British soldiers during this time period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
