GG99-04N - 99th Regiment Papau New Guinea showing the use of firearms

showing the use of firearms within Zulu forces during the nineteenth century

The winter months brought extreme hardship

During the Victorian period

The Normandy setting provides an authentic historical context

Minefields were one of the most dangerous obstacles encountered during twentieth-century warfare

GG99-04N - 99th Regiment Papau New Guinea showing the use of firearmsThe 99th were stationed at Chatham when, at the end of November 1878 they received orders to embark for South Africa. During the first invasion of Zululand they were attached to Colonel Pearsons No. 1 Column. The headquarters and three companies of the Regiment were at Eshowe during the investment until relieved on 3rd April by Lord Chelmsfords column, which included five companies of the 99th. The five companies of the 99th Regiment were part of the