The Battle of Rorke's Drift | Anglo-Zulu War 1879

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The Battle of Rorke's Drift 1879 - Anglo-Zulu War
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The Battle of Rorke’s Drift was fought dung the Anglo-Zulu War in 1879.
A tiny garrison of 130 British soldiers held off a Zulu army of 4,000 for over 10 hours during a ferocious night fight.
It resulted in the highest number of Victoria Crosses ever awarded in a single action and inspired the epic film: “Zulu” starring Stanley Baker and a young Michael Caine.
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0:00 Introduction
0:17 Anglo-Zulu War
1:30 Rorke's Drift
2:30 24th Regiment of Foot
4:44 Battle of Isandlwana
6:39 The Zulus Are Coming
8:07 Zulu attack
11:19 Battle for the Hospital
13:17 John Williams VC
13:43 Henry Hook VC
17:34 Ammunition Smith
18:22 Surgeon Reynolds
20:46 Zulu Retreat
24:40 11 Victoria Crosses
25:53 Aftermath
27:13 The History Chap
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Lord Chelmsford invaded Zululand in January 1879 and within a week his army had been defeated at the Battle of Isandlwana.
It was the greatest defeat ever inflicted on the British by a native African army.
Later that afternoon, the Zulu reserve decided to raid across the border into the British colony of Natal.
In their way was the mission station at Rorke's Drift which had been converted into a military base manned by B company 2/24 Regiment of Foot.
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@philipedel6565 7 ай бұрын

The film was made just over the hill from my aunt's farm She said the hardest thing the film makers had was that most of the Zulu extras wanted to play dead so if 1 shot was fired 20 of them would play dead. They had a real job getting them to stay alive

@TheHistoryChap 7 ай бұрын

A great story, thank you for sharing

@BillyeFetrow-zx4dl Жыл бұрын

My husband, a VietNam vet, introduced me to this movie. He died several years ago, but every year he would watch the movie and we would discuss the actual history of this battle. Thank you for your very accurate and interesting history. Richard would have been enthralled with your narration. My husband personally believed that a major component of courage was well-managed fear. He believed the images of courage in this movie were as close to real life as any he had seen in any movie.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing about your husband and his experiences.

@christopherseivard8925 2 жыл бұрын

I am recovering from a stroke, and rehab, which is maddening and glacial. I watch ZULU, in its entirety at least once a week.a worthy& ripping yarn. Thanks!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

You will know most of the lines like I do! My next video is about what happened to the VC winners after the battle. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss it: kzfaq.info

@robertnegron9706 Жыл бұрын

Feel well

@dmac3183 Жыл бұрын

Using your time wisely, class movie looks fantastic on a modern TV. Hope you're recovery goes well.

@maxasaurus3008 Жыл бұрын

Get better soon!

@gruntopolouski5919 Жыл бұрын

Best wishes for a speedy and - more importantly - a complete recovery.

@garycope4830 6 ай бұрын

My neighbour is William Hitch, related to private Hitch, he has Zulu spear that was brought back from the battle as a souvenir. It was quite strange handling the weapon knowing its history. Great presentation by the way.

@TheHistoryChap 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching my video and also for sharing about your neighbour

@MrDieseldog Жыл бұрын

I was 10 yrs old when i first watched Zulu in a Cinema in Hunters Corner, South Auckland NZ...Totally captivated I was by this film and have watched it a few times since I am now 66 and will never forget this film.....the bravery and courage of these soldiers that I felt when watching this film for the first time has never left me to this day, my most favorite film even now at my age.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

I first saw the film in about 1973 at a drive-in in South Africa

@kearnsey64 2 жыл бұрын

In my living room, hangs the Rorke's Drift painting in this video. A Martini Henry on display with a "Lunger" bayonet. An original Zulu shield and a repro I made myself. Also a foreign service helmet on display. I'm captured by this struggle and the Victorian era in general. Great video and historical information!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Charles. Glad you liked it. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@Eviltower101 Жыл бұрын

I wish my living room war that cool

@paulashley456 Жыл бұрын

Have a go reading the Flashman novels. I've learned more victorian history from them than text books

@HummelJaeger Жыл бұрын

The original hangs in the NSW state Art Gallery. Whenever I visit I go to this painting and absorb it in for a few minutes. It's impressive, and has a "weight" greater than its already considerable dimensions would imply.

@myparceltape1169 Жыл бұрын

Then you will know how hard the gun punches back. When it's clean it puts the same force into you as it does into your target.

@melaniesmith1313 Жыл бұрын

I was four years old and remember seeing the film in the theater in our city. It still remains one of my all time favorites.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Melanie, I think I was about 6 when I saw it in South Africa. Still one of my favourite films.

@pedromiguel3227 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic story telling. The bravery of less than 200 soldiers against thousands of Zulus is truly inspiring.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info Chris

@williamhosking4763 Жыл бұрын

I spoke to Doug Bourne this morning - the grandson of Lt Col Bourne - Doug was at Blundell's School with me '41-'45. He does not have access to KZfaq, so I have told him to get him children to fix that. It so happens that Gonville Bromhead is related to me - Sir Benjamin Bromhead was my first cousin. I and Doug are both 94.0

@dgkstl1421 Жыл бұрын

@@williamhosking4763 What is your point? You didn't do anything.

@johnroche7541 Жыл бұрын

@@williamhosking4763 Colour Sergeant Bourne did an interview with the BBC in 1936. I wonder if it is still available. Bromhead was born in France and Terence Stamp was first choice to play him in the movie ahead of Michael Caine.

@anthonyat2401 Жыл бұрын

@@williamhosking4763 I called Hewlett Packard many years ago. At the end of the conversation, I asked for the name of the guy, who replied "Bromhead" (Dave, I think). I said only "Any relation?" and he replied just "yes". I then said "Do you know what I am talking about?" - He: "Yes, I think so". I think hold me that the tradition in the family was naval, so Gonville was a bit of a nuisance, joining the army. It was an odd "knowing" conversation!

@tedtombling2770 Жыл бұрын

The tale of Rorke's Drift is one that will be told over and over. Undoubtedly made famous by the film. I went to the area myself about 24 years ago. The landscape is still the same shapes seen in old photographs, water colours and paintings, and the terrain sparse. There are whitewashed stone piles all over the area where soldiers died or were buried, and the river where the 'Colours' were lost by the two young Ensigns. This occurred as they crossed the river escaping Islandwana, the Zulus killed them on the other side of the river and a whitewashed cairn commemorates their death and burial there. The 'Colours' were later retrieved having been caught in between the rocks where the river narrowed. Rorke's drift is a tiny piece of land with just a few buildings (reconstructed from the originals) but it is hard to imagine just how so many soldiers survived the onslaught from the Zulu attack. I could feel the presence of an inexplicable atmosphere. Standing alone, surveying the scene and imagining the blood curdling singing of the Zulus as they stood up out of the grass where they had been edging towards the British made the hair stand up on the back of my head.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. You might enjoy this video about what happened to the VC winners from Rorke's Drift: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a8iGq8-Eu9DOooU.html

@davidmurphy8364 9 ай бұрын

Somehow I think a lot of people outside of Britain don’t fully appreciate how insane it is to have ELEVEN VC’s awarded from one action. Can you imagine 11 Medal of Honours awarded from one battle? I don’t think how insane that is is fully recognised except by those with a true passion for Military history. Just my view of course! Absolutely love your channel sir!!

@TheHistoryChap 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support and for contributing your thought, provoking point.

@zackcantrell9689 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite battle stories. As an American I can honestly say as a veteran I am very proud to say that I am glad America has a ally as staunch as England.

@privatebribert Жыл бұрын

Zack our armed forces are British not just English 😉

@zackcantrell9689 Жыл бұрын

@@privatebribert My mistake friend

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@theenigmaticgamer Жыл бұрын

Thank you Zack. Your sentiments are much appreciated.

@kincaidwolf5184 Жыл бұрын

British!

@francisebbecke2727 Жыл бұрын

Quite a story. In 2016 I met a traveling South African university student, a Boer, in Santa Fe, NM who was from Natal who knew nothing about this. I had to call up the Michael Cain movie. She recognized the terrain features but strangely was never told of this.

@gingetaylor4489 Жыл бұрын

I served in 5 Field Squadron RE. The forerunner was 5 Fd Co. The Sqn celebrates Rorkes Drift every year. Our camp in Bosnia in 1993 was named Rorkes Drift. We watched the film every year and the youngest Subaltern would tell the story to the sqn.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that great story.

@welshwarrior5263 Жыл бұрын

As a former soldier of B Coy, 1st Battalion 24th of foot. I can confirm that the Zulu's did take a ritual amount of drugs. It was annualised and found to contain a very high amount of THC, which made the Zulu's aggressive. Excellent narration, thanks for sharing.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for adding to the comments.

@welshwarrior5263 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap My apologies for the predictive spelling mistake "Analysed."

@dgkstl1421 Жыл бұрын

So who did the drug testing? And welsh warrior how did you confirm the THC content in the Zulus? WTF is a "welsh warrior" by the way?

@davidbarr9343 Жыл бұрын

@@dgkstl1421 Agree, and wtf is annualised? The word is analysed!😱Predictive spelling is for people that can't spell!

@aldosigmann419 Жыл бұрын

@@davidbarr9343 Sigh...a spelling gnatzi...nice 'edit' btw Jethro - 88th today son..?

@mac2626 2 жыл бұрын

One of the most amazing last stands ever! Truly amazing bravery and heroism!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Mac. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@herbsuperb6034 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Remarkable courage. I give the Zulu warriors credit for bravery, too. Takes a lot to charge across open terrain towards and entrenched enemy with superior range and lethality in their weapons.

@rule3036 2 жыл бұрын

This story always brings tears to my eyes. Unbelievable bravery and skill, on both sides. Also shows the consequences of arrogance by those in higher command.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you enjoyed my story. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@mickharrison9004 Жыл бұрын

Very well said and with great care and passion for our very brave soldiers,from this war which really was unnecessary 🇬🇧

@anthonyat2401 Жыл бұрын

@@mickharrison9004 Who are you - a bleedin' Zulu? Rule 303's comment mirrors people whose understanding of history does not extend beyond the Blackadder school of ignorance.

@mickharrison9004 Жыл бұрын

@@anthonyat2401 no I'm a Brit through and through ,and very proud and respectfull of our British army that took it too them over there 🇬🇧

@CrazySC833 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely phenomenal, sir. The story of BOTH sides almost boggles the mind. I cannot wrap my head around both the stunning bravery of the Zulu warriors and those few souls at Rorke's Drift. You ended the lecture perfectly. Absolutely stunning bravery on both sides. Men standing together, shoulder to shoulder on both sides and facing death whether that be Zulu or British.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Trevor, thanks for taking the time to write. I’m glad that you enjoyed my story

@CrazySC833 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap Cheers mate! Can't wait for the next episode!

@bobburnitt5389 Жыл бұрын

I have seen the Stanley Baker and Michael Caine film "ZULU" 8 or 10 times, the movie was available on KZfaq for FREE for a long time. it is a GREAT FILM for sure. They took a few liberties with the history, but it is a fine film. BB

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

I’m releasing a video later today about the film versus the reality. Whatever liberties they took it is still a great film.

@pierjaqueantiac4857 Жыл бұрын

I’m curious. If Rorks Drift mission station was a supply depot, why was there not any artillery cannons? Cannons would have made such a big difference. This is the single most inspiring military defense for me. Truly an amazing and miraculous stand by the British. Well done 👍🏼

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

The cannon had all been taken with the British column advancing into Zululand. Two had been lost at the battle of Isandlwana, the rest were with Lord Chelmsford.

@groberjager4746 Жыл бұрын

I was 9 when this movie came out and was absolutely fascinated by it. One of the best movies ever made. I now have it on DVD and watch it often and it still entertains my now 67 year old imagination!!!!!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Still one of my favourites too.

@tim7052 2 жыл бұрын

SUPERBLY narrated!! I wish this guy was my history teacher!! Learned lots from this: the actions within the Hospital, Pt Walters and Surgeon Reynold's dog!! AMAZING stuff!! (Btw, IMHO Surgeon Reynolds dog should be awarded the PDSA Dickin Medal for his assisting the defenders). 👍

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. I agree with your view on Surgeon Reynolds dog and the Dickin Medal. Not sure it had been established in 1879 but I stand to be corrected. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@pierremichel6460 Жыл бұрын

Yes indeed, I wish the History Guy was my History Teacher as well!

@meso2702 Жыл бұрын

Even the little terrier performed his duty 👍

@fastyaveit 2 жыл бұрын

Zulu is in my top ten of all-time films, I like it a lot

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

One of mine too - although loads of historical inaccuracies, but hey who cares :) Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@MrPlankinton Жыл бұрын

This is the most exciting recounting of the Rourke's Drift battle I've ever heard.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Very kind of you.

@derekthompson1759 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic historic event and so well told. I will be watching many more of your videos. I have always been into specific history such as the Vikings, Tudor and Charles 1 era. Anything from 1800 to present usually bores me silly. However your channel is changing all that. Many thanks for your work

@DarrenMarsh-kx8hd 10 ай бұрын

Absolutely loved this presentation.

@TheHistoryChap 10 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it.

@BluespotKneeClinic Жыл бұрын

Brave men on both sides. Thank you for pointing this out

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Brave men on both sides.

@johnrogers8836 9 ай бұрын

The bit about the defenders being down to about 600 odd rounds, is an amazing fun fact.

@MichaelSmith-ys4ki 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful segment. Thank you so much

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@pedromiguel3227 2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered this channel and can’t wait to hear more!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pedro. Please do subscribe so you don't miss future talks.

@farmdude2020 2 жыл бұрын

Marvelous! I've never been so intrigued about this battle until now. Thanks for sharing!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Tan, it is my pleasure. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Tan, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@spg77777 2 жыл бұрын

A storyteller who happens to be an historian as well... excellent vid. Thx.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you enjoyed my story. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Good evening, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@wepittman1 Жыл бұрын

I have been following your EXCELLENT videos for months. While I found your videos about the Relief of Khartoum and General Gordon most interesting, this video about Rorke's Drift was superb! WELL DONE!

@TheHistoryChap 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for your support.

@pierremichel6460 Жыл бұрын

Another excellent video by the History Chap. One of the finest Story Tellers I've ever had the pleasure of listening to. Thank you!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for your support.

@peterbarker3433 Жыл бұрын

Once again, riveting stuff! Great work, Chris.

@TheHistoryChap 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching.

@youtubeguymike8639 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative. The battle of Rorkes Drift is one of my favorites and this account makes it all the more interesting

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

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@charlesmaximus9161 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as usual, sir. You have a wonderful way of breaking down these epic battles of British history and making them come alive.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos - working on the Charge of the Light brigade. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Charles, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@charlesmaximus9161 Жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap fantastic!

@paulburns7695 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely LOVED your informed and enthusiastic delivery

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Many thanks, Paul. Please make sure you subscribe to my channel (if you haven't already).

@tipofthespear74 2 жыл бұрын

My favorite last stand. Zulu is a movie I watch frequently. Thanks again for this excellent content!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

There are quite a few of us who can recite most of the lines from the film! Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@neanderthaloutdoors9202 2 жыл бұрын

The Barracks in Brecon now house a fantastically interesting small museum all about Rorkes Drift with a display of MOST of the original Victoria Crosses won at that battle.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Great little museum - although I got a flat tyre en-route! Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@neanderthaloutdoors9202 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap Hope you had a spare, have just subbed.

@stevejones2231 2 жыл бұрын

I do love your passion for telling historical story's, makes watching very enjoyable.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words, Steve. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

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@widsy Жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation, just found your channel. Subscribed. Thank you very much.

@danielbtwd Жыл бұрын

I remember watching a very good documentary on this from the Zulu perspective. With many of the participants actual descents of the warriors who participated.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

I'm had Zulus commenting on my posts. Fascinating and most welcome.

@briandubois-gilbert8182 2 жыл бұрын

Gripping storytelling of one of history’s gallant battles where a vastly outnumbered defenders prevailed over a large attacking force-avoiding the fate of similar battles like Thermopylae, the Alamo, and Camaron (in Mexico in 1863). The 1964 film Zulu depicting the Battle of Rorke’s Drift is one of my favorite war movies. Thank you for the superb narrative, sketches, paintings and photos related to the battle…truly fascinating.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joel ,I’m glad that you enjoyed my story. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@briandubois-gilbert8182 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap Yes, I’m one of your subscribers. I love history and I enjoy your content. Look forward to your videos.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@deborahmorgan6848 11 ай бұрын

Brilliantly presented and so interesting. Thank you History Chap!

@TheHistoryChap 11 ай бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@timfenton5153 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent, looking forward to the next one, thanks

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tim, Working on the Charge of the Light Brigade. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Tim, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@StevenKeery 2 жыл бұрын

Very interesting, thanks for uploading.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Steven. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@SNP-1999 Жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for clarifying the fact that the 24th Regiment of Foot was - and had been for over 100 years - the 2nd Warwickshire Regiment, an English regiment, not a Welsh Regiment which it only later became. Formed in 1689, the Regiment had served during the American Revolutionary War and the French Revolutionary Wars with destinction until being stationed in Malta, then South Africa, where it became famous for its part in the Zulu Wars. Thanks also for pointing out that the majority of soldiers in its ranks were English from the Midlands, and not mainly Welsh as was inferred by the "Zulu" film, plus many Irish and some Scots. The Regiment became the "South Wales Borderers" only two years after Iswandhlana and Rourke's Drift (1879) in 1881 during the army reform of that year, subsequently becoming a very disinguished unit of the British army. Finally, this comment was by no means meant as a jibe against Welshmen - I spent years of my childhood living in Hereford on the English-Welsh border (where I actually first saw "Zulu" in the cinema as an 8 year old) about 50% of the population were Welsh and the English and Welsh got on pretty well with another in that area. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thanks for taking the time to add your thoughts and knowledge.

@bipolarbear9917 2 жыл бұрын

That was a wonderful presentation. I've been fascinated by this historic battle since I was a 7 year old kid seeing it at the movies on a primary school excursion in England. Your story telling skills are absolutely engrossing. I can't wait to see your other videos. Bravo!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Steve, thanks for your kind words. Working on The Charge of the Light Brigade so please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@patrickporter1864 2 жыл бұрын

These zulas consisted of only one impi and if the British commanders had listened to the local boers at Isandalwana an constructed a similar defence they might have the battle rather than lost it. Remember blood river.

@bipolarbear9917 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap Hi Chris, I've only just seen your two comments to me. Someone else (Patrick Porter) made a comment on this thread which drew my attention. Many thanks for the recommendations. I'll definitely check them out.

@johnroche7541 Жыл бұрын

@@patrickporter1864 The wagons that the British army used were much bigger & heavier than the Boer wagons.

@stevesteve6545 Жыл бұрын

Well I didn’t know most of that. Thanks for a great video.

@salamanca1954 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This tracks very closely with a book on the fight. Well done!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure.

@emknight84 2 жыл бұрын

A perfect convergence of incredible gallantry and ingenuity in the face of overwhelming odds.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@superbravotwo Жыл бұрын

I love these history bytes... please keep them coming!!!!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Will do. Thanks for your support.

@skywalker7471 10 ай бұрын

Fascinating & Informative...loved it❤️

@TheHistoryChap 10 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it

@craiggemmell2738 Жыл бұрын

Awesome commentary old boy!🇬🇧🇬🇧

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure, old chap!

@georgethepatriot2785 Жыл бұрын

Shame James Dalton was never mentioned after the battle.. His earlier experience and service as a Light infantry man greatly contributed to the defence. He had to wait a long time before his actions were finally recognised with a deserved VC.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Totally agree. Thanks for commenting.

@stephenmiller3755 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent presentation,thank you .

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@sarahbitcon2441 2 жыл бұрын

Great video… loved the visuals!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed it.

@dougmoore5252 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir, very thoughtful and Interesting!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Glad you enjoyed it

@jaytaylor9232 2 жыл бұрын

Very informative, many thanks.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@JohnEboy73 2 жыл бұрын

I visited Rorkes Drift in late December 2019. It surprised me how small the battlefield actually is. It was also blistering hot! A very good video!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you John. I was only about 4 when I visited so it seemed pretty big!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

John, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@knzjvmatc-366 Жыл бұрын

Another tale well told -- Cheers!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

@gswombat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a great video on one of my favourite topics

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@gswombat 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you ... Multiple PhDs in physics, history, and military history, so what I like is not the content but the delivery and style of the presenter.

@Jb-ev8nv 2 жыл бұрын

Been waiting for Rorke’s Drift!!!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@FatKidAtRecess 2 жыл бұрын

I've always loved this movie, great job telling the story

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

There are quite a few of us who can recite most of the lines from the film! Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@jayjay-71 Жыл бұрын

My Mrs dad's moms great uncle was in this battle name of hook...

@formwiz7096 Жыл бұрын

You really have fun telling these stories. That is so cool, it what makes your material so appealing.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Very kind of you. Merry Christmas

@macmcintire4866 Жыл бұрын

How did the war end.

@cbclinic Жыл бұрын

Great movie, Great storytelling. Thank you

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@charlesknatcal6214 11 ай бұрын

Love rewatching these videos

@TheHistoryChap 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@SteamCrane Жыл бұрын

Brilliant presentation!

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it.

@blockmasterscott 2 жыл бұрын

British fire discipline at it's finest!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@duaneleavesley3778 Жыл бұрын

Well told story! Thank you

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

My pleasure. I’m glad you enjoyed it

@raywillcox8622 10 ай бұрын

Thanks for your reply you have filled allot of blanks so interesting so good

@TheHistoryChap 10 ай бұрын

Glad I have been able to help you.

@Compassiron1 Жыл бұрын

Great telling sir. Delighted to find your channel. Very balanced and factual I think.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it. Thanks for your support

@drstrangelove4998 Жыл бұрын

A brilliant production.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Many thanks.

@declanoleary1 2 жыл бұрын

Great presentation, insightful and informative,

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Declan, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@thedocslab 2 жыл бұрын

Love the passion you put into your videos😎

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@mickharrison9004 Жыл бұрын

Another great presentation Freind nobody does these historical stories better ,always bright and spot on big pleasure watching and listening 🇬🇧

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Many thanks for the endorsement.

@serpent645 2 жыл бұрын

You can sure tell the story. Thanks!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. I’m glad that you enjoyed my story. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info Chris

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@patrickwhaley4111 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, putting truth, accuracy and history into the event which is mostly only know by the film.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Patrick, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@user-dq1xr2jy3e 8 ай бұрын

Really great video your enthusiasm makes it.

@TheHistoryChap 8 ай бұрын

Very kind of you thanks

@jason-iv5lb 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic !!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@joebloggs4807 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent narration thoroughly well done sir!!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words and support.

@joebloggs4807 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap you’re very welcome, I’ve watched many, many historic vlogs over the past couple of years including the ones with over elaborate special effects etc (with respect) despite the fact that yours don’t necessarily have these they’re still far more interesting. That I personally believe is down to your story telling narration and enthusiasm it’s totally infectious (in a good way of course:-) you have clearly put the research in, so keep up the good work and I look forward to seeing more. May I venture to suggest that you perhaps consider looking at covering the American war of independence specifically the battles that the British colonial armies actually won:-) As I’m led to believe that despite the fact that the British lost the war they didn’t actually do so bad in terms of the many pitched battles they had with Washington’s forces.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

@ianrobinson5112 2 жыл бұрын

Great retelling, nice to hear the true story, warts and all

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Ian, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@theenigmaticgamer Жыл бұрын

Just discovered your channel and am so glad that I did. Your account of the events is both entertaining and educational. A superb video. Having a lifelong interest in military history I will be sure to watch all of your past and future presentations and have subscribed. Thanks very much.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

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@liverpoolscottish6430 Жыл бұрын

An excellent resume of events at Rorke's Drift. However, I feel that you failed to mention a key advantage the British garrison possessed, namely muttonchop sideboards! I think muttonchops definitely contributed to ultimate victory! Never mess with a man equipped with a full set of muttonchops! :)

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Im chuckling away. Thanks.

@tompalmer4161 10 ай бұрын

Thanks really good😊

@TheHistoryChap 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome 😊

@leemcgrady254 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. Thanks

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@leemcgrady254 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheHistoryChap already seen it . Another great video

@martinj429 2 жыл бұрын

Best Account of This Story I Have Seen - Great video and well up to your high standard. i have read a numbeer of books on this and related topics. This is the best account i have seen. i am looking forward to your follow up on what happened to the heroes after. King of Zulus (Cetewayo) was not there of course but i understand he came to England at some point after the war.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. Yes, Cetshwayo did come to England where he met Queen Victoria. Sadly when he returned to Zululand he was murdered by a rival. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Martin, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@Chrisfeb68 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much

@eric2685 Жыл бұрын

Finally ! A last stand that succeeded . As for not taking prisoners , well it seems that appears to have applied to both armies ...

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. No British prisoners taken by the Zulus as Isandlwana.

@eliottsantos2654 2 жыл бұрын

Great work........as usual.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@jannaZX 2 жыл бұрын

Inspiring stuff !

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@michaeljones1521 Жыл бұрын

Great stuff this.

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Many thanks.

@garyflockton9395 Жыл бұрын

Well told 👍

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@darahdoyle3176 10 ай бұрын

What a great storyteller you are sir, thank you for this video, and I've also watched it's companion dispelling myths of the battle. Have you thought of doing one about a more recent battle? The siege of Jadotville, where Irish forces held off superior attacking forces in a similar fashion, only this happened in the 1960s.

@tomfrazier1103 2 жыл бұрын

I once saw a Zulu knobkerry for sale made of fine English Oak-from an artillery wagon or something captured in this war.

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@manuelkong10 Жыл бұрын

LOVE your videos

@TheHistoryChap Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching them.

@reynardthefox 2 жыл бұрын

Great story...well told

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Don, I thought you might be interested in my brand new video: Napoleon versus Zulus The story of how Napoleons great-nephew ended up being killed by the Zulus in the Anglo-Zulu war of 1879 Best wishes, Chris kzfaq.info/get/bejne/j7Sjh9KC2My8daM.html

@jakehopkinson2031 2 жыл бұрын

Goodness me I'm excited and haven't even started watching yet!

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

I hope that is a good sign?

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

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@conmaz 2 жыл бұрын

The movie Zulu in the 60s was very well done and was Michael Cain first major debut. The movie Zulu Dawn staring Burt Lanacaster in the 70s depicts the battle of Isandlwnan before the Rocks Drift battle. Both excellent movies

@TheHistoryChap 2 жыл бұрын

William, Thanks for taking the time to comment. I agree, two great films. Please make sure to subscribe for future videos. kzfaq.info Chris

@johnroche7541 Жыл бұрын

In terms of movie triviaTerence Stamp was first choice for Bromhead. Stanley Baker actually purchased Chards VC.