43x9:33Rorke's Drift: A timeline (w/ drone shots)
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Redcoat History
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Welcome to Redcoat History – where British military legends come to life. I’m Chris, a battlefield guide and history geek based in South Africa. On this channel, we explore the gripping, often overlooked stories of the British Army — from the American Revolution to the Zulu War and beyond. 📩 Sponsorship enquiries: chris at redcoathistory dot com
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- 2015-01-09
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- solo-host
- Topics
- Military History, Historical Deep Dives
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