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CAPTAIN A.E. HAYNES RE 1861 - 1896

By Roger Marston

CAPTAIN A.E. HAYNES RE 1861 - 1896

By Roger Marston

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Captain Alfred Ernest Haynes, a young Royal Engineers officer, embodied the complexities of the British Empire at its height. Serving in the Arabian Desert and southern Africa alongside mentor Sir Charles Warren, he played key roles in expeditions from Sinai to Bechuanaland, amid Britain's expanding colonial reach.
In Africa, Haynes gained a deep understanding of local issues and stood out for his progressive views. He opposed the siting of the new town of Mafeking near an African settlement and warned of the dangers of liquor availability-stances that challenged colonial authorities but reflected his ethical principles.
Haynes was killed leading an assault during the Mashonaland uprising while en route to support Cecil Rhodes. His legacy lives on through the Haynes Medal, awarded annually to the top Field Section Commander Course student at the School of Military Engineering, honouring his leadership and integrity
Product details
Number of Pages:
158
Release Date:
2025-09-01
Publication Date:
2025-09-01
Publisher:
The Choir Press
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1789635268
ISBN13:
9781789635263
Weight:
500 g
Height:
157 cm
Width:
235 cm
Thickness:
15 cm
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