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Book Synopsis The Khyber Rifles by : Dr Jules Stewart
Download or read book The Khyber Rifles written by Dr Jules Stewart and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2006-06-22 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recruited from the Pathan tribes that live in the no-mans land between Pakistan and Afghanistan, the Khyber Rifles fought for the British Raj against their own kith and kin. Jules Stewart tells the story of Colonel Sir Robert Warburton, the man who raised the Khyber Rifles in 1878, and describes the Khyber Rifles in action.
Book Synopsis Eighteen Years in the Khyber, 1879-1898 by : Sir Robert Warburton
Download or read book Eighteen Years in the Khyber, 1879-1898 written by Sir Robert Warburton and published by London, J. Murray. This book was released on 1900 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sir Robert Warburton (1842-99) was a British army officer who served for 18 years as the political officer, or warden, of the Khyber Pass, the most important of the mountain passes connecting Afghanistan and present-day Pakistan. He was born in Afghanistan, the son of a British officer and his wife, a noble Afghan woman who was the niece of Amir Dost Mohammad Khan. Warburton was educated in England, commissioned an officer, and served at posts in British India and in Abyssinia (present-day Ethiopia) before being appointed, in 1879, to his post in the Khyber. Home to the fiercely independent Pushtun Afridi people who resisted external control, the pass frequently had been blocked by the Afridis or by fighting among the hill tribes. Warburton is credited with keeping the frontier peaceful and the pass open, mainly though diplomacy rather than force. He drew upon his Afghan background and his fluent Persian and Pushto to gradually win the trust of tribesmen whose traditions made them deeply suspicious of outsiders. In August 1897, one month after Warburton's retirement, unrest broke out among the Afridis, who seized the pass and held it for several months. Warburton was called back into service and participated in the Tirah expedition of 1897-98, in which Anglo-Indian forces reopened the pass. Warburton was especially proud of the role played in the expedition by the Khyber Rifles, a paramilitary force recruited from Afridi tribesmen that he had raised and commanded. Eighteen Years in the Khyber, 1879-1898 is Warburton's account of his education and career. It touches upon virtually every individual and event that played a role in relations between Afghanistan and British India during the last quarter of the 19th century. Long in poor health, Warburton returned to England and died before the book was completed. Posthumously published, it is illustrated with a number of striking photographs and includes a detailed fold-out map of the Khyber.
Book Synopsis Lords of the Khyber by : André Singer
Download or read book Lords of the Khyber written by André Singer and published by London ; Boston : Faber and Faber. This book was released on 1984-01-01 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Recounts the British attempts to conquer the Pushtuns of Afghanistan and offers profiles of the tribal leaders and their British foes
Book Synopsis Jimgrim And Allah's Peace by : Talbot Mundy
Download or read book Jimgrim And Allah's Peace written by Talbot Mundy and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The adventurous book "Jimgrim and Allah's Peace" was written by Talbot Mundy. The story takes place in the Middle East's unstable interwar geopolitical environment. James Schuyler Grim, also referred to as Jimgrim is an American secret agent who has a thorough awareness of the complexity of the region. The story chronicles his adventures. The mission of bringing peace and stability back to the Middle East falls to Jimgrim and his motley crew of friends, which includes Jeff Ramsden and Narayan Singh. Many factions compete with one another for influence and power as the story takes place against the backdrop of political unrest. Jimgrim's attempts to negotiate the complex web of tribal relationships, espionage, and competing interests are the main subjects of the story. Jimgrim is renowned for his cunning, inventiveness, and capacity to comprehend and honor regional cultures and traditions. The book combines adventure, espionage, and a critical analysis of the collision of cultures in a historically rich and intricate area.
Book Synopsis Captured Arms / Beutewaffen by : Guus de Vries
Download or read book Captured Arms / Beutewaffen written by Guus de Vries and published by S I Publicaties Bv. This book was released on 2012-03 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captured Arms / Beutewaffen is Vol. IX in the Propaganda Photo Series on World War II German small arms. This volume is dedicated to the millions of small arms that were captured by the German army in more than twelve different countries. Most weapons were reissued to the German army, para-military units and auxiliaries. They were often used in their original state, but sometimes modified to German standards. This book covers all small arms described in the 'Kennblatter fremden Gerats' (instruction sheets on foreign material) and many other weapons. Last but not least, Captured Arms / Beutewaffen features a unique selection of original German World War II propaganda photos, depicting captured arms in use in German service. ILLUSTRATIONS: 200 *
Download or read book Guns of the Gods written by Talbot Mundy and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 380 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Book Synopsis The Frontier Scouts by : Charles Chenevix Trench
Download or read book The Frontier Scouts written by Charles Chenevix Trench and published by Jonathan Cape. This book was released on 1985 with total page 344 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Affair in Araby written by Talbot Mundy and published by Sheba Blake Publishing Corp.. This book was released on 2023-03-22 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Also published under the title The King in Check, Affair in Araby is part of action-adventure writer Talbot Mundy's popular Jimgrim series, which chronicles the globetrotting exploits of British secret service agent James Schuyler Grim. In this thrilling installment, Jimgrim finds himself in the middle of a maelstrom of political one-upmanship between various factions from France, Syria, and Jerusalem. As part of our mission to publish great works of literary fiction and nonfiction, Sheba Blake Publishing Corp. is extremely dedicated to bringing to the forefront the amazing works of long dead and truly talented authors.
Book Synopsis Hira Singh : When India Came To Fight In Flanders by : Talbot Mundy
Download or read book Hira Singh : When India Came To Fight In Flanders written by Talbot Mundy and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-07-01 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Hira Singh: When India Came to Fight in Flanders" is a novel written by Talbot Mundy. It tells the story of Hira Singh, a Sikh soldier from India who volunteers to fight alongside British forces in World War I. The novel follows Hira Singh's journey from his homeland in Punjab to the Western Front in Flanders, Belgium. It explores his experiences as a soldier, the challenges he faces, and his interactions with fellow soldiers from different backgrounds. Mundy delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and the clash of cultures during a time of war. "Hira Singh" offers a unique perspective on the First World War, shedding light on the contributions and sacrifices made by soldiers from India who fought alongside the British. Talbot Mundy's writing style often combines adventure, history, and elements of mysticism, creating a captivating narrative that immerses readers in the protagonist's journey.
Book Synopsis The Winds of the World by : Talbot Mundy
Download or read book The Winds of the World written by Talbot Mundy and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2023-09-17 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original. The publishing house Megali specialises in reproducing historical works in large print to make reading easier for people with impaired vision.
Download or read book The Nine Unknown written by Talbot Mundy and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-11-18 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An Emperor Asoka started a project around 260 BC to collate and guard advanced knowledge gathered from around the world over the years. The project ended with making the nine books of secret knowledge and from then on, the nine different men are assigned to guard the nine books. Father Cyprian, a Christian priest, believes that their contents total tip the almost absolute of evil, and wants to burn them, so he invites Jimgrim and his faithful compatriots Ramsden and Ross to help him bring down the secret society that holds the nine books.
Download or read book 45-70 Rifles written by Jack Behn and published by . This book was released on 2011-07-01 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "As the day of the .45-70 recedes further into history, Jack Behn's book will become firmly established in the literature of American firearms."--William B. Ruger, former president of Sturm, Ruger & Company: A historical look at the .45-70 cartridge and the firearms in which it was used* Features guns used in the late 1800s and throughout the Civil War: From 1873 to 1898, the .45-70 was the official United States Army small arms cartridge. Gun makers developed new designs at a record pace to showcase the versatility of the cartridge for both military and sporting purposes. From the U.S. Springfield and Winchester to the Marlin and Ballard, firearms enthusiasts will discover a wealth of information pertaining to classic rifles and the cartridge that made them famous. The history of the .45-70 cartridge and the associations that surround it are sure to delight collectors and historians alike.
Book Synopsis The Eye of Zeitoon by : Talbot Mundy
Download or read book The Eye of Zeitoon written by Talbot Mundy and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-06-13 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This historical novel is set in the Ottoman Empire right before the start of the Italo-Turkish War of 1911 and sheds light on Armenians struggling to be free of ruthless Turks. It revolves around three Englishmen, an American man, and a strong, fearless American woman who join the battle on the side of the Armenians. This tragic work is loaded with intrigue and beautiful descriptions of the country.
Book Synopsis Expedient Homemade Firearms by : P.A. Luty
Download or read book Expedient Homemade Firearms written by P.A. Luty and published by Paladin Press. This book was released on 1998-05-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The author provides clear, step-by-step instructions for and expedient 9mm submachine gun. It is easily constructed from readily available materials, primarily steel tubing; it does not require a lathe and milling machine and it can be built by just about anyone in about a week. For Academic Study Only
Book Synopsis King of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure by : Talbot Mundy
Download or read book King of the Khyber Rifles: A Romance of Adventure written by Talbot Mundy and published by BEYOND BOOKS HUB. This book was released on 2023-08-24 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The general cracked his whip without any other comment than a smile. A blood mare tore sparks out of the macadam, and a dusty military road began to ribbon out between the wheels. Sentries in unexpected places announced themselves with a ring of shaken steel as their rifles came to the “present,” which courtesies the general noticed with a raised whip. Then a fox-terrier resumed his chase of squirrels between the planted shade-trees, and Peshawur became normal, shimmering in light and heat reflected from the “Hills...FROM THE BOOKS.
Book Synopsis 'The Modern Miracle You See Without Glasses' by : John V Watson
Download or read book 'The Modern Miracle You See Without Glasses' written by John V Watson and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2019-05-20 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This definitive book provides a complete and comprehensive account of the evolution of CinemaScope, and the launch of the revolutionary wide-screen system by Twentieth Century-Fox in 1953, detailing its initial reception, its progression of technical development, and its immense commercial and artistic success. This book includes a complete and extensively detailed filmography of the first five films that were made in CinemaScope and first shown in 1953, with full details of each of the Hollywood studios involved, as well as contemporary reviews of the films as published at the time by trade journals and movie fan magazines. The first five films are: The Robe, How to Marry a Millionaire, Beneath the 12 Mile Reef, King of the Khyber Rifles and Knights of the Round Table. Uniquely, most of this detailed information has never been published in book form.
Book Synopsis The Romance of Adventure by : Brian Taves
Download or read book The Romance of Adventure written by Brian Taves and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 296 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A unique study of one of Hollywood's hallmarks, the historical adventure film.
