The Zulu Wars

The Zulu Wars, also known as the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879, were conflicts between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom in South Africa. Britain aimed to expand its control, prompting military campaigns against the Zulu, who fiercely resisted. The war featured notable battles like Isandlwana, where Zulu forces achieved a significant victory, and Rorke’s Drift, where British soldiers defended a mission station. Ultimately, British forces overwhelmed the Zulu, leading to their incorporation into the British Empire. The wars highlight the clash of colonial ambition with indigenous resistance during the Victorian era.