The following two books have been recommended to us by
Fugitives' Drift... maybe start stocking up early on Christmas gifts?
The Zulu war diary of Lieutenant Wilfred Heaton
24th Regiment of Foot 1879
Serving in the 24th Regiment of Foot, Lieutenant Wilfred Heaton kept a diary of that year, which gives a fascinating insight into the life of a young regimental officer on active service in South Africa. This second edition, includes a tribute to the late David Rattray who was the world’s leading authority on the history of the Zulu War
Tel: (+44) (0)1874 611364
Email: ashwood@delfryn.fsbusiness.co.uk
THE DAVID RATTRAY FOUNDATION
THE HISTORY, THE FUTURE, THE LEGACY
By George Irwin
The purpose of the book is not just to raise funds for the Foundation, but also to raise awareness of the Foundation’s origins, goals and methods.
This book achieves this purpose through insightful text and stunning photography.
The patrons of the Foundation - HRH The Prince of Wales and Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi - have generously written forewords to the book.
Available from Fugitives’ Drift:
R375 plus R50 postage & packaging (in SA)
Tel: 034-2718051
E-mail: nicky@fugitivesdrift.com
About Fugitive's Drift
The Rattray family, pioneers of Heritage Tourism in South Africa, offer visitors an opportunity to experience the extraordinary saga of the Anglo Zulu War. Fugitives' Drift Lodge and Guest House are set within the 2000 hectare Fugitives’ Drift Game Reserve, which overlooks the battlefield of Isandlwana and is home to giraffe, plains game and numerous birds.
The Lodge houses a veritable museum of memorabilia, artefacts and relics. In a stunning setting overlooking Isandlwana and the Buffalo River, the spacious Harford Library provides a contemporary venue for lunch, parties or simply to relax.
Both the Lodge and Guest House have extremely comfortable and spacious cottages, each with a verandah.
Both have swimming pools; the pool at the Lodge is surrounded by tranquil indigenous gardens. Friendly, personal service and good food create a relaxed atmosphere.
The 15-mile river frontage on the Buffalo River Gorge also includes the graves of Lieutenants Melvill VC and Coghill VC who lost their lives saving the Queen’s Colour. Fugitives’ Drift is a Natural Heritage Site and offers game viewing, walks, horse rides and fly-fishing. World-renowned battlefield tours are conducted daily to Rorke’s Drift and Isandlwana by registered tour guides led by the internationally acclaimed Rob Caskie.
