Tasmanians - In The -  Transvaal War by John Bufton ___________________________________________________________ SYNOPSIS This book was written by John Bufton, an academic who has written several books. It was written to be a comprehensive, accurate and complete narrative of the Transvaal war (or Boer War) in South Africa, as it was the first war that Australia participated in if we don't count the New Zealand Wars. As the book is written in memory of those who 'fought and fell for the honour of the empire and the glory of their country' and is 'a soldiers book', many diary entries and letters written by soldiers are included. Also included are letters from government officials on both sides, medical papers, government reports and press reports, making the history more personal and accurate. The book starts off with a history of the reasons for the war, and continues into the war itself in greater detail, the first contingents, Tasmania's bushmen, second contingents, first Australian Commonwealth horse, prisoner's experiences and the last roll call. A very detailed and comprehensive account of the colony in Tasmania supporting 'the Motherland' in the Transvaal war. ABOUT THIS BOOK Black boards with gilt title on front faded; (more recent) black cloth spine with title blind-stamped on leather pasted on. Inscription on ffep; illustrated with black & white photographs.  Previous owner has written names on some photographs. Stains on some pages. Please check pictures and don't hesitate to ask if you have any queries!   170