The Second Battalion Royal Dublin Fusiliers in the South African War With a Description of the Operations in the Aden Hinterland

"The Second Battalion Royal Dublin Fusiliers in the South African War" by Cecil Francis Romer is a historical narrative that recounts the experiences of the 2nd Battalion of the Royal Dublin Fusiliers during the South African War. The book chronicles the battalion's history from its inception in the 1600s, charting its course through the years leading up to the war, and vividly illustrates their transition from years of quiet garrison duty to the tense anticipation of combat. It provides insight into the unit's preparation and initial deployment as tensions rise with Boer forces, setting the stage for detailed accounts of battles, the obstacles they face, and the bonds of friendship formed among the soldiers as the regiment prepares to engage in the impending conflict.