Mau-Mau Warrior (WAR-108)(9781846030246)(OSPREY)

The Mau-Mau uprising (1952-60) remains a controversial conflict, waged by warriors about whom many myths have been formed but little truth has been written. Condemned by history as a brutal rag-tag force engaged in oath-taking, cannibalism and witchcraft, the military activities of the Mau-Mau have long been overlooked. Although their skill, organization and unique motivation forced the British government to undertake the longest airlift in military history and to deploy extensive force at a cost of almost £60 million before it could claim victory. This book reveals the real men and women behind the Mau-Mau; the truth behind the oaths that bound them together and how they became a powerful force, paving the way for Kenya's independence.

Product Code: WAR-108

Manufacturer: Osprey Publishing

Condition: Pre-Owned

Product Weight: 0.219 kg

Width: 18.7cm

Depth: 25cm