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The Story of the Malakand Field Force (Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor) Paperback – February 18, 2010

by Winston Churchill (Author)

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In his first book, the renowned statesman and historian chronicles an 1897 British military campaign on the Northwest Frontier, in the vicinity of modern Pakistan and Afghanistan. Churchill served as a correspondent and cavalry officer in the conflict, and his incisive reportage reflects the energy and vision that re-emerged in his leadership during World War II.
At the time of the clash, Churchill was serving as a subaltern in the 4th Hussars. Weary of regimental life, the young soldier drew upon family connections to find a place among the brigades headed for the frontier. There he participated in his first combat in the Mamund Valley, where British troops suppressed a revolt among the region's Pathan tribes. Churchill's series of letters to the London Daily Telegraph formed the basis for this book, which he declared "the most noteworthy act of my life," reflecting "the chances of my possible success in the world." A century later, the towering historical figure's account of military action in this still-volatile region remains powerfully relevant.

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Statesman and historian Winston Churchill (1874–1965) is the preeminent political figure of 20th-century Britain. In addition to his service as Prime Minister, Churchill was an officer in the British Army, a noted artist, and a Nobel Prize–winning author.

Series: Dover Military History, Weapons, Armor
Paperback: 304 pages
Publisher: Dover Publications (March 18, 2010)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0486474747
ISBN-13: 978-0486474748
Product Dimensions: 5.6 x 0.6 x 8.4 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #970,730 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #154 in Pakistan History
- #200 in Biological & Chemical Warfare History (Books)
- #1094 in India History

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Roger H. Soiset

Young Churchill as a soldier

October 12, 2018

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For those interested in the career of the greatest statesman and historian of WWII, this autobiographical book on the exploits of the young Churchill 43 years before the disaster at Dunkirk is critical. The British Empire in 1897 was not all-powerful, in fact its forces were often incredibly small. Yet they often did the impossible, and the writer in their ranks is key to appreciating what they did. He had earlier become a full-time journalist and produced s fascinating book, "The River War" about the war in Sudan. His third career would be in politics, where his writings of WWII would be his final contribution to history.

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Benjamin Africa III

Short history in a long histroy

June 19, 2015

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Excellent book detailing some of the British campaign into the FATA of what is now Pakistan. Churchill imparts a brief but stirring account of the campaign to subjugate members of several Pathan/Pashtun tribes. At the very beginning of his tale he points out some rather sentient facts that just maybe would have helped our intelligence bureaus in dealings with this war like tribe of peoples. Easy read, interesting facts, paints a good picture of the area and people.

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Dusty

Winston Churchill as author--

April 12, 2014

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I recently read "The River War." Churchill is a good author. The style in "The River War" is a complete view of events from a "fly on the wall' perspective. Easy to read, easy to see the flow of real events and to understand what happened and what it was about. "The River War" explains about why Africa is the way it is now. A good look at the history of events that are mostly unknown in America that affect the entire planet. I am looking forward to reading Churchill's look at Afghanistan in "The Story of the Malakand Field Force." I hope Amazon will present an offering of Winston Churchill's books about WW-2.

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William Betson

Wonderfully written account of a war for empire.

June 10, 2018

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Churchill tells a story of warfare against the tribes of the Indian frontier. It provides a clear understanding of how he thought about fighting local hostile tribes in support of an expanding empire. The lessons for today are evident.

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Maurice L. Wymore

Deja Vu

June 24, 2013

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Anything by Winston Churchill is great. This book tells very well the life of British soldiers in the long-ago Afghanistan. Too bad this history is repeating itself right now with American troops. You will recognize tactical mistakes.

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I loved this account by Winston Churchill

August 3, 2017

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I loved this account by Winston Churchill. He was only 23 years old and serving under General Bindon Blood in NW India in 1897. So cool!

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Dom Mancusae

Great Book

February 22, 2014

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I love reading this book by the young Churchill, If you have ever served in the Afghanistan war this is a must read for you. I highly recommend for service man and women who are Afghanistan veterans.

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T. Thomson

Excellent and timely.

June 8, 2011

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A must read for current understanding of Afghanistan. The parallels between late 19th century and early 21st century Afghanistan are amazing. The first and last chapters (British foreign policy on the Indian frontier) are worth the price of the whole book.
The middle of the book gets a bit bogged down, but problably familar to those who currenlty serve there.
Churchill's style is always a treat.

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