In the Track of the Troops

by R.M. Ballantyne

In The Track Of The Troops is a book written by R.M. Ballantyne that tells the story of his travels through South Africa during the Anglo-Boer War. The book is a first-hand account of the author's experiences as he follows the British army from Cape Town to Pretoria. Ballantyne describes the landscape, the people, and the battles he witnessed during his journey. He provides a detailed account of the military tactics used by both sides and offers his own opinions on the war and its causes. The book also includes illustrations and photographs that help to bring the story to life.Overall, In The Track Of The Troops is a fascinating and informative read that provides a unique perspective on one of the most significant conflicts in South African history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, travel writing, or the history of South Africa.When at a sufficient distance from the ship, an order was given by the officer in charge. Immediately the outrigger on the right or starboard side was run out by invisible hands to its full extent -- apparently fifteen feet beyond the bow of the launch; then the inner end of the outrigger was tilted violently into the air, so that the other end with its torpedo was thrust down ten feet below the surface of the water. This, I was told, is about the depth at which an enemy's ship ought to be struck. The launch, still going at full speed, was now supposed to have run so close to the enemy, that the submerged torpedo was about to strike her.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.

234 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1878

About the author

R. M. Ballantyne was a Scottish writer of juvenile fiction.

Born Robert Michael Ballantyne in Edinburgh, he was part of a famous family of printers and publishers. At the age of 16 he went to Canada and where he served for six years with the Hudson's Bay Company. He returned to Scotland in 1847, and published his first book the following year, Hudson's Bay: or Life in the Wilds of North America. For some time he was employed by Messrs Constable, the publishers, but in 1856 he gave up business for literature, and began the series of adventure stories for the young with which his name is popularly associated.