The forgotten soldier of Rorkes Drift.

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  1. Peter Clare

    Peter Clare Very Senior Member

    A soldier who fought at the battle of Rorke's Drift during the Anglo-Zulu war but was left off the roll of honour is to be added to the historical record.
    Private David Jenkins's great-grandson Geoff Rees campaigned for the inclusion after recognising him in a sketch.
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    http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-22039080
     
    Peter Clare, Apr 7, 2013
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  2. Deacs

    Deacs Well i am from Cumbria.

    I read this the other day Peter an excellent outcome cheers for sharing.

    Regards Michael.
     
    Deacs, Apr 7, 2013
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  3. Recce_Mitch

    Recce_Mitch Very Senior Member

    Peter thanks for sharing, I have always been interested in the battle of Rourke's Drift ever since my mother took me to see Zulu when it first came out.

    Cheers
    Paul
     
    Recce_Mitch, Apr 8, 2013
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