Kohat, Kuram, And Khost Or Experiences And Adventures In The Late Afghan War (1884)

Kohat, Kuram, and Khost: Or Experiences and Adventures in the Late Afghan War (1884) is a memoir written by Richard Gillham-Thomsett, a British army officer who served in the Afghan War of 1878-1880. The book provides a detailed account of the author's experiences and adventures during the war, including his time in the Kohat and Kuram valleys, as well as the Khost region of Afghanistan.Through his vivid descriptions, Gillham-Thomsett offers readers a glimpse into the harsh conditions and daily struggles faced by soldiers on the front lines of the war. He recounts battles and skirmishes with Afghan tribesmen, as well as the difficulties of navigating the rugged terrain of the region.The book also provides insight into the cultural and political complexities of the conflict, including the tensions between the British and Afghan governments, and the challenges of maintaining order in a country with a long history of tribal conflict.Overall, Kohat, Kuram, and Khost offers a fascinating firsthand account of the Afghan War, and provides readers with a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by soldiers and civilians alike during this tumultuous period in history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.