"The Defence of Duffer's Drift" by E. D. (Ernest Dunlop) Swinton is a story set during the Second Boer War that uses a series of dreams to teach valuable lessons about military defense. The story centers on a British officer responsible for defending Duffer's Drift with limited resources. Through recurring dream scenarios, the officer confronts enemy attacks and makes mistakes, which become learning opportunities. He gains insights into the importance of camouflage, strategic positioning, and understanding the enemy, refining his approach with each dream. Consequently, he transforms from an inexperienced leader into a tactically sound commander, securing Duffer's Drift and contributing to the overall success of the war effort. The book blends narrative with military education, offering tactical understanding within an engaging fictional context.
The Defence of Duffer's Drift
By E. D. (Ernest Dunlop) Swinton
A young officer relives the same battle in his dreams, each time learning from previous errors to successfully defend his position against a cunning enemy.
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About the AuthorMajor-General Sir Ernest Dunlop Swinton, was a British Army officer who played a part in the development and adoption of the tank during the First World War. He was also a war correspondent and author of several short stories on military themes. He is credited, along with fellow officer Lieutenant-Colonel Walter Dally Jones, with having initiated the use of the word "tank" as a code-name for the first British, tracked, armoured fighting vehicles.
Major-General Sir Ernest Dunlop Swinton, was a British Army officer who played a part in the development and adoption of the tank during the First World War. He was also a war correspondent and author of several short stories on military themes. He is credited, along with fellow officer Lieutenant-Colonel Walter Dally Jones, with having initiated the use of the word "tank" as a code-name for the first British, tracked, armoured fighting vehicles.
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