How Can Man Die Better: The Secrets of Isandlwana Revealed

Wednesday 22 January 1879 was one of the most dramatic days in the long and distinguished history of the British Army. At noon, a massive Zulu host attacked the 24th Regiment in its encampment at the foot of the mountain of Isandlwana—a distinctive feature that bore an eerie resemblance to the Sphinx badge of the outnumbered redcoats. Disaster ensued. Later that afternoon, the victorious Zulus would strike the tiny British garrison at Rorke's Drift.

A Unique Analysis of Isandlwana

How Can Man Die Better offers a unique and in-depth analysis of the Battle of Isandlwana, exploring:

• Weapons
• Tactics
• The terrain
• The intriguing characters who made the key military decisions.

Because the fatal loss was so high on the British side, much about the battle remains unknown. This work delves deeper than ever before to uncover the truth.

Challenging Common Perceptions

This book eschews the commonly held perception that the British collapse was sudden and that the 24th Regiment was quickly overwhelmed. Instead, it reveals:

• A protracted and heroic defence by the British forces.
• A determined and equally heroic foe in the Zulu warriors.

The author reconstructs the final phase of the battle in a way that has never been attempted before, bringing to life the legendary events with such vivid detail that you can almost feel the fear and smell the blood.