John Young
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Paul,
Don�t forget that Welshman who started the war against the Zulu. I have a biographical note compiled by his daughter which puts his Welsh heritage beyond doubt. All the best, JY |
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Paul Bryant-Quinn
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Good afternoon, John
Oh yes: he is very much part of the story, though I wonder to what extent he would have thought of himself as Welsh. I would love to hear more about that biographical note sometime, if you are willing. Regards, Paul |
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John Young
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Good evening Paul,
I will see if I can find it for you. Best wishes, JY |
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Colin
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Bit of an odd question while I�m visiting quickly.
I�m hoping to move from what I�m studying now onto a battle closer to home, that I actually could visit if wanting to - Culloden I�m trying to think of the source(s) where the Jacobites were compared to the Zulus, I think I did get an answer on FB, but can�t see it now. Anybody know...didn�t think I�d need to locate it again, as it is an interesting comparison, but not sure how many agreed with it, or was just one man�s opinion ? I recently watched the Culloden documentary from about 1964, presented in black-and-white, as if a camera crew had been interviewing the participants like the war correspondents of today. It was ahead of its time, felt it�d be a great way to do a Zulu War Film...albeit unusual and unlikely. Hope all are well |
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John Young
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Colin,
Culloden is - in my opinion - an excellent battlefield to visit. The visitors centre offers the option to follow the English or Jacobite path to the battle. Something I would like to see incorporated into the Isandlwana battlefield, if that ever comes to pass. I like the comparison with the AmaZulu and Jacobite clansmen, especially as the Young Clan were in the second line of attack under Ogilvy. If you do get up there, I would recommend a trip to Cawdor Castle, the ancestral home of the Campbells of Cawdor. Fort George is also nearby where Anthony Durnford was stationed and now houses The Highlanders Museum. JY |
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Colin
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Hello John good to hear from you.
Yes, my sister was willing to take me to the battlefield on occasion, but I was so caught up with Isandhlwana, that it wasn�t a priority. Lately, watching Rise Of The Clans on tv, etc., started reconsidering the studying of Culloden, which I know of only limited, which I am ashamed to say, but also if there was any Clan Maxwell involvement. Recently checking, I�ve found out it is termed an armigerous clan which is a completely new word to me, as it seems the clan has no chief and isn�t recognised. I know nothing of my family history, but would be keen to know of their involvement around the time of Culloden, but that�s beyond my abilities, plus I�m not sure what I�d find out - good or bad I�d really like to think I connect both my interests by finding out just how much the Jacobites and Zulus were compared with each other. Regards Coll |
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Colin
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On reflection, there is a chance that it was mentioned in John Prebbles Culloden book, where the comparison was made, will need to get a copy if so.
Can anyone confirm this, plus is it known to be only his opinion ? Thanks |
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johnk
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Still here as well, although circumstances have taken most of my time recently.. Thanks for all the contributions.
Regards John K |
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Neil Aspinshaw
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I am, but my Martini Henry book kept me busy in all parts of the colonies!. But like an old relative I still pop in now and again for tea.
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Alan
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Mikey29211
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I am, been away far too long, still have health issues but i need to be here
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Alan
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Good to hear from you again.
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