Expedition leader Tom reports:
"Team pushed really hard today to climb Isandlwana and then trek the Fugitive's Trail. They then crossed the Buffalo River. It was a physically challenging day ... but everyone completed it! We are now all enjoying our supper!" - Tom
Earlier today, Reggie, the group's inimitable guide & amazing storyteller, led everyone half way up the Sphynx that is Isandlwana. Here, overlooking the battlefield, Reggie described the main events and the strategies of both the Zulu and British armies which led, within 24 hours, to a great Zulu victory and huge loss of life on the side of the British.
Earlier today, Reggie, the group's inimitable guide & amazing storyteller, led everyone half way up the Sphynx that is Isandlwana. Here, overlooking the battlefield, Reggie described the main events and the strategies of both the Zulu and British armies which led, within 24 hours, to a great Zulu victory and huge loss of life on the side of the British.
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| The 'Sphinx' of Isandlwana |
Trekking the Fugitive's Trail - everyone then followed in the footsteps of the retreating Lts. Melvill and Coghill who died in their attempt to save the Queen’s colour as they fled the Fugitive's Trail towards the Buffalo River. The Expeditioners completed the trek and crossed the Buffalo River.
Another interesting, informative and enjoyable day lies ahead tomorrow as the group will hear about the defence of Rorke's Drift and then have the opportunity to do some very special shopping at a Zulu community enterprise.
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| Buffalo River |
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