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Hello Frank,
Yes thats correct, looking forward to reading it at some point!

Paul

Frank Kelley wrote: Hi Paul,
Very good value I'd say, I think that little battlefield guide was £9.95 when published!
Frank.

I'm still busy with Peckenham's "The Boer War" and I'm sure you'll all be pleased to hear that Ladysmith has been relieved when an ILH & NC detachment rode in!!!

On a more serious note I find it disgusting how Sir Redvers Buller, who cared for his men and took the blame for the incompetence of his subordinants was treated so badly, whilst a totally callous & useless tactician like Kitchener became a hero.
Overall it appears that in the British army of the time, you didnt need brains to be a general!

Iain

I found Ron Lock's book "Hill of Squandered Valor" here:
www.amazon.com/Hill-of-Squandered-Valour...1&keywords=Spion+Kop

I am trying to look for a good book (of recent publication?) on the Battle of Spion Kop, seems like Ron Lock's book, being most recent, could be a good buy. Can anyone recommend a good book(s) that cover this battle?

I have read Churchill, Doyle, Creswicke, Warren, and Botha's books small to large portions of which cover this battle. But, all these were written in 1902-1908 timeframe; would a more recent book provide any new information about this battle? just seeking your opinions on this. Thanks.

Hi Tim,
Seems like this book has some good reviews
www.goodreads.com/book/show/11153230-hill-of-squandered-valour
Is it only on Kindle though?
Good luck with your quest.

Paul

Tim2000 wrote: I found Ron Lock's book "Hill of Squandered Valor" here:
www.amazon.com/Hill-of-Squandered-Valour...1&keywords=Spion+Kop

I am trying to look for a good book (of recent publication?) on the Battle of Spion Kop, seems like Ron Lock's book, being most recent, could be a good buy. Can anyone recommend a good book(s) that cover this battle?

I have read Churchill, Doyle, Creswicke, Warren, and Botha's books small to large portions of which cover this battle. But, all these were written in 1902-1908 timeframe; would a more recent book provide any new information about this battle? just seeking your opinions on this. Thanks.

Hi Iain,
I am reading Packenham again!
Just finished the Elandslaagte chapter, will try and finish it this time!

Paul

iaindh wrote: I'm still busy with Peckenham's "The Boer War" and I'm sure you'll all be pleased to hear that Ladysmith has been relieved when an ILH & NC detachment rode in!!!

On a more serious note I find it disgusting how Sir Redvers Buller, who cared for his men and took the blame for the incompetence of his subordinants was treated so badly, whilst a totally callous & useless tactician like Kitchener became a hero.
Overall it appears that in the British army of the time, you didnt need brains to be a general!

Iain

Hi Paul,

I'm pleased to hear that,
If you're at Elandslaagte then you're through the tedium of the politics.
After the crossing of the Tugela, it moves quickly.
I'm currently in the Transvaal after the war in the OVS has been won.(?)
Its very enjoyable reading as you will find.

regards,

Iain