Archibald Forbes

The Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80 (eBook, ePUB)

A Detailed Account of British Involvement in Afghanistan's Turbulent Past

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In "The Afghan Wars 1839-42 and 1878-80," Archibald Forbes offers a meticulous chronicle of two pivotal conflicts that shaped British imperial policy in the Afghan region. Written in the late 19th century, Forbes's narrative combines a journalistic approach with military analysis, drawing on his unique experiences as a war correspondent. His keen observational skills shine through vivid descriptions and insightful commentary, allowing readers to grasp the complex socio-political landscape of Afghanistan and the ramifications of British involvement. Forbes's writing reflects the imperial attitudes of his time while critically engaging with the outcomes of these wars. Archibald Forbes was not merely an observer but a participant in the military sphere, having served in the field during the Second Afghan War. His background as a soldier turned journalist provided him with a nuanced understanding of both the battlefield and the press's role in shaping public perception. Forbes's earlier experiences in the Crimean War and other military campaigns further informed his perspective, allowing him to contextualize the Afghan conflicts within broader narratives of colonial expansion and military strategy. For readers interested in military history, colonial studies, or the intricacies of British imperialism, Forbes's work is an essential resource. His balance of personal narrative and historical scholarship offers a compelling exploration of the Afghan Wars, providing valuable insights that resonate in contemporary discussions about the region's tumultuous past and its ongoing geopolitical significance.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 285
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664588036
• Artikelnr.: 58436174

Autorenporträt

Archibald Forbes was a Scottish military correspondent. He was the son of Very Rev Lewis William Forbes DD (1794-1854), minister of Boharm in Banffshire and Moderator of the Church of Scotland's General Assembly in 1852, and his second wife, Elizabeth Leslie, daughter of Archibald Young Leslie of Kininvie. He was born in Morayshire in 1838. After studying at the University of Aberdeen from 1854 to 1857, he traveled to Edinburgh and volunteered in the Royal Dragoons after attending a series of lectures by the famed correspondent (Sir) William Howard Russell. While still a trooper, he began writing for the Morning Star and was successful in having many military-related items accepted by the Cornhill Magazine. After being invalided from the service in 1867, he founded and maintained a weekly publication named the London Scotsman (1867-1871) with minimal outside assistance. His opportunity as a war journalist came when he was hired by the Daily News to cover the Franco-Prussian war. He joined the Prussian army around Cologne and marched with them into France, witnessing fights at Spicheren, Gravelotte, and Sedan before joining the soldiers besieging Metz. In all previous warfare reports, the telegraph had been used sparingly.