The Anglo-Zulu War

The Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 was a conflict between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom in South Africa. The British aimed to consolidate control over the region, but their underestimated Zulu military strength. The war included notable battles like Isandlwana, where the Zulu achieved a significant victory, and Rorke’s Drift, a rare British defensive success. Ultimately, the British defeated the Zulu, leading to the incorporation of their territory into British South Africa. The war highlighted issues of colonial expansion, indigenous resistance, and military tactics of the time.