What Happened At The Battle of Abu Klea? - British-Mahdist War, Sudan 1885

[@basharabdelkarim9548]

I'm from Sudan, nice to see a British historian talk about the Anglo-Mahdist wars. I thought modern day Britain forget about the war since no one talk about it that much in the media (perhaps since its not a modern war or due to post colonial criticism) but we in Sudan continue to celebrate the legacy of our war and ancestors despite modern-day internal views against Al-Mahdi (Muhammad Ahmad), since we consider him to be at least a revolutionary leader who sought independent from foreign rule. With that being said both sides of the armies held brave men who relentlessly fought for their cause despite the difficulties, the horrible terrain and weather !

[@TheHistoryChap]

Bashar, Thanks for taking the time to comment and to present your Sudanese perspective. I worked in Khartoum about 10 years ago. Happy memories.

[@basharabdelkarim9548]

@@TheHistoryChap Really amazing! If may I ask, were you in Khartoum for a diplomatic mission, aid, archaeology or just a historian 😅 ... 10 years is a long time, I wish if you could do a video about that, I like history (specifically colonial history/ancient English history) KZbin recommended your channel and I've subscribed immediately, can't wait for more history about the Anglo-Mahdist wars, I enjoy learning about history from other people prospective, will you talk about other battles too? Like Shaykan which was a Mahdist victory and happened prior to Abu Klea, the number of solders on both sides were huge and I wanted to know how did Hicks Pasha lose, and was Churchill right when he talked about the fact that Hicks' army not being paid? Sorry for the long reply but I really wants a chronicle and modern historical views about the war. In a way, that war was fought between our great ancestors and created a shared history between us and Britain despite the fact it was during the colonial area. Thank you for your efforts!

[@uxb1112]

​@@basharabdelkarim9548 it's people like you that makes history so wonderfu. Your non-partisan attitude is not common in this modern age but necessary in order to understand and give credence to the stories of what has gone before. Treated like shame, forgotten at best, derided and downtrodden, the history of true heroes should be remembered in awe, for who is alive in modern life who can hold a match to the exploits of these forgotten men.

[@johnwright9372]

When I was a boy in the early 60s my father knew an elderly former soldier who fought in the Mahdist wars. He wore short sleeves and had a deep, leaf shaped hole in his forearm just closed by a thin bit of flesh in the middle left by a Dervish spear.

[@robertwrightson6455]

Didn't Burnaby use a 12 gauge with some effect much to the disdain of his fellow officers?

[@richardthompson9836]

Chris, I'm out of breath and my throat is parched. Very well done sir. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@TheMartymar1976]

As always, awesome production! You have a knack for making a listener almost feel they are at the battle!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Jared, that's very kind of you. Thanks.

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

Very true! Chris is a master story teller!

[@wyverncoch4430]

Really enjoying this series, I,ve read about the battle of Omdimum, and knew it was (simply put) something to do with revenge of Gordon, but have never really known the full context. And I’m a shamed to say (as a military history buff) that I definitely didn’t know much about many of the battles you’ve covered, especially in the Victorian period. Thank you for bringing history to life.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Glad that you are enjoying my stories.

[@douglasherron7534]

Omdurman was fought in a different campaign (about 13/14 years later).

[@wyverncoch4430]

@@douglasherron7534 As mentioned, I don’t know much about the Victorian period, though I did know they were separate campaigns, but this latest series has put it into context. Explaining The route cause of Britains involvement in Sudan. Why Britain was in Sudan, which was technically part of the Turkish Empire. What Gordon was doing in Khartoum. How/why the relief column failed to reach Khartoum. The failure of this campaign subsequently led to reconquest of Sudan by the British, culminating at Omdurman It also explains the presents Egyptian forces at the battle.

[@douglasherron7534]

@@wyverncoch4430 I agree, the series is excellent - I'm a subscriber to the channel. I was merely pointing out that Omdurman was not directly linked to Gordon as it was part of the later campaign (along with the Battle of Atbara).

[@raulemmanuelnavarro8710]

Avid fan of your videos here from the Philippines. I enjoy your vigor in telling the stories.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind. A fan of Filipino food over here in England!

[@caractacusbrittania7442]

Maybe a story on the British occupation of manilla is in order?

[@Gravelgratious]

Thank you Chris for telling this story which I always wondered the origins of Colonel Burnaby’s song.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

[@majorronaldmandell7835]

Another great video! Please do one on COL Burnaby!

[@gregkingsley3309]

What a story teller! Listening to this chap is a pleasure. So many amazing military engagements come to life with story. Thanks!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind words, thanks. Please do subscribe to my channel.

[@FranciscoPreira]

Great video, Burnaby is indeed one of those larger than life heros, well deserving a video. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheHistoryChap]

I will add Fred Burnaby to my list for the very near-future. Thanks.

[@Zakalwe-01]

What an incredible insight into what the battle of Cannae or Towton must have been like. To be so tightly swept along amidst your enemies that neither you nor them can deliver blows... It never occurred to me that this must have been something that ancient soldiers experienced all the time.

[@jreimer9487]

It's what put Glad in Gladius!

[@jesusisherelookbusy]

Yet another fantastic video Chris! I think we’d all love to hear the full story of Frederick Burnaby. Keep up the good work! 😊

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thatnks for your kind words. Fred Burnaby is on the way.

[@inregionecaecorum]

It is a tale worth telling, I have read about him.

[@MarkDenson-ld8bf]

The conditions sounded absolutely horrendous total respect to all the involved May they rest in peace

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for your comment & for watchjing my video

[@stigg333]

Great video and you really make it easy to imagine just how chaotic these battles must have been, well done and thank you.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@philiprufus4427]

Great stuff,could have done with this when I was reading about this period of British History fifty five years ago, the backround knowledge makes your work so much more enjoyable. Your research on individuals involved is oustanding,brings each battle and campaign to life.

[@caboosej8749]

great video History chap, had not seen the Mahdist war history yet and appreciate you shining some light on it.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@johnf3f810]

Really like your videos. They cover subjects very pertinent to us Brits and you present them in a very even handed way. We are certainly far from perfect! Please keep them coming.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for your support. No we are far from perfect but then not many imperialist nations are/were.

[@johnf3f810]

@@TheHistoryChap Forgot to mention your style of presentation which is very good.

[@joeritchie4554]

I enjoyed this video, as I do all of them. You are an excellent history teacher with your engaging style. Love it!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Thanks.

[@anselmdanker9519]

Thank you for covering this famous battle .I thoroughly enjoyed this.Great work.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure, thanks for watching.

[@briandubois-gilbert8182]

Totally engrossing narrative. Your use of images depicting the battle was superb. Always enjoyed your videos. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching and for taking the time to comment.

[@edthilenius7530]

🤗 Incredible work and very well made! Your narration is superb. I couldn't put it down! Again, simply amazing report! Thank you for sharing your experiences! Best wishes and cheers!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you very much. Glad you enjoyed it.

[@davefellhoelter1343]

You Tell a GREAT Tale! about Great History! Thank You Sir! May We Have Another?

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Thanks. Another coming this Friday.

[@andyjones6643]

Brilliant as ever,you actually manage to not only impart history, but make it exciting. My thoughts ‘sod this for a game of soldiers’. And interesting how many future senior officers and the off statesman were involved in this extended campaign in Sudan.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Andy, I'm glad that you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@rodeastell3615]

Excellent video ... and we definitely need a Burnaby special.

[@TheHistoryChap]

The best I can offer is a video about the man.

[@stevenherridge9241]

You should definitely do episode on Burnaby. A fascinating character.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Will add to my list. Not sure I can produce before Christmas but maybe his story will cheer us up in the cold winter months.

[@perrydowd9285]

Yes! Definately make a video about Burnaby. This series is fantastic. I'm new to the story of Britain in Northern Africa so I'm on a bit of a learning curve right now. 👍👍👍👍👍

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you are enjoying. Fred Burnaby will be coming soon so please make sure you subscribe (if you haven't already).

[@perrydowd9285]

@@TheHistoryChap Oh don't worry Chris. I subbed the first time I saw the channel. 👍

[@justinreilly6619]

More on Fred Burnaby? Yes please! Interestingly and very well delivered post on this battle, thank you for sharing.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Burnaby is on his way. Watch this space!

[@raymondrichards4888]

Another well researched and delivered blog. Your style of delivery, as always, is most informative and easy on the ear. Please keep them coming.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for your supportive message.

[@theinigosilvastation6232]

Yup, these are my kind of stories! Keep it going!

[@inregionecaecorum]

My dad encountered the Hadendowa when stationed in the Sudan at the end of WWII he was very impressed by them, who wouldn't be. I have three of their characteristic daggers, he bought home with him as well as some photographs of these impressive guys. Their grandfathers had very likely fought against Wolseley's column. Being of a certain English generation I recall sir Henry Newbolt's poem and Kipling too, "here's to you fuzzy wuzzy" Burnaby's monument I know outside St Phillip's in Birmingham.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for sharing your father's experiences.

[@TheSteveRobinson]

My step father served with the Royal Fusiliers in the Sudan in the Suez campaign in 1956. I believe it was the last British regiment stationed in Khartoum.

[@francishynes645]

So ur father worked for imperial England, invaded foreign lands with no connection to England, helped slaughter thousands of Sudanese people, stole their resources and art and fucked off home after? He no worse than a nazi

[@andrewsteele7663]

Thanks again Chris, excellent video, I had to watch it in stages, but I loved it. Keep them coming, Cheers

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching

[@kiwifruit27]

You have such enthusiasm in your presentations, fantastic as always

[@TheHistoryChap]

Many thanks.

[@dirkl9689]

Superbly narrated history- outstanding 🤩

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Thanks.

[@1958letgo]

educational and very entertaining. Fantastic work. Thank you.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you for watching my video about Abu Klea.

[@johnbuxton6009]

Chris great as usual. Thanks so much. Merry Christmas and a happy new year.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Merry Christmas to you too.

[@stirlingmoss4621]

Hi Chris. Would you consider a prog on the British invasion of the Kingdom of Benin in 1897(?), please? There has been much to do with the art of that kingdom recently but no mention of the reason behind the British Army's involvement there. Thank you. As always, excellent content.

[@TheHistoryChap]

I will add to my list. Haven't done anything on West Africa yet. Watch this space!

[@caniconcananas7687]

@@TheHistoryChap Western Africa was dominated by the great empire of Mali. One of its kings was of one of the wealthiest men in History. When he crossed Sahara desert with a gigantic caravan and arrived at Egypt, he was about to sink the "world" gold market, because of the huge amount of gold he used to pay everything the many persons in the caravan needed or wanted. Just imagine how isolated were the Near East and Europe during the 14th century. Nobody knew about Mali and its fabulous riches.

[@paullesliehutson5818]

Thanks Chris - An excellently presented account. You’re doing a brilliant job!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Really kind of you, thanks.

[@Yeti_1317]

How am I only finding this channel now? Brilliant work. Subscribed.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for your support. Loads more videos planned for 2023.

[@Mrfrontrow]

Well done!!! Really love your presentation and narration. It really brings the event to life.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Thanks

[@hailhydra7959]

I had this on in the background while doing some bits and bobs and it was fascinating, thank you.

[@TheHistoryChap]

thanks for watching my video, glad you enjoyed it.

[@margaretkairu7418]

ANOTHER WONDERFUL VIDEO,OF COURSE,AS EXPECTED!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you, thanks.

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

Great work Chris (as usual). Yes, it would be nice to know more about this flamboyant character, Frederick Burnaby. BTW, If I remember correctly Rudyard Kipling dedicated a poem to the Mahdist warriors known as "Fuzzie Wuzzies" and in the poem he mentions "the broken square". Greetings from a very hot Buenos Aires (37 degrees today!)

[@TheHistoryChap]

Fred Burnaby is now definitely on my list - coming soon! Thanks for sharing Kipling's poem too. Hope everyone in Buenos Aires is enjoying the football.

[@MarvelDcImage]

So 'ere's ~to~ you, Fuzzy-Wuzzy, at your 'ome in the Soudan; You're a pore benighted 'eathen but a first-class fightin' man; An' 'ere's ~to~ you, Fuzzy-Wuzzy, with your 'ayrick 'ead of 'air - You big black boundin' beggar - for you broke a British square!' - Rudyard Kipling

[@zamlat8118]

"Fuzzie Wuzzies" were Beja/Hadendoa warriors from Eastern Sudan, lead by Osman Digna. They also broke the British square at Tamai.

[@mbutler31833]

Excellent video. I would love to see a piece on Colonel Burnaby. I have read all the Flashman books multiple times.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Burnaby is on his way very soon.

[@michaelthompson342]

It was the title of this video that bought me here. I know this poem off by heart - Vitae Lampada. Great video. Regards from Down Under.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for your support, glad you enjoyed my video

[@alexsuholitko2528]

Thank you so much! Really enjoyed it.

[@neilpage901]

Wonderfully researched and told as usual, Chris

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you.

[@bullettube9863]

No matter if you disagree with British Victorian politics, you can't deny the courage and determination of the British army! Discipline and the pluck of the officers and men under able leadership can never be underestimated!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@bobbrown5529]

I normally do not like listening to a story about war , but would rather watch it on TV etc . To actually see what is happening , puts more life into it . But to you Sir History Chap , I must say that I thoroughly enjoy Listening to you Describe the Action , the Events , the Drama & Deaths on both sides . So all I will say is , thank you and I do look forward to more of your Descriptions of other Military Actions

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

[@georgegoodyear9631]

One pleasure, besides listening to your enthusiastic narratives, is to view the Victorian pictures and paintings, depicting the various imperial conflicts. Although the faces of the British squadies and officers tend to look unrealistically calm and stoic, in the face of possible imminent death, they, nonetheless, probably produced feelings of pride in their “target audiences”, of those who supported the contemporary, growing British Empire.

[@TheHistoryChap]

George, yes the paintings were meant to send a message to the target audience. Also, the audience had expectations too. Hence why artists still portrayed soldiers as wearing red when they were actually wearing Khaki.

[@fredazcarate4818]

There but one word to describe this battle....guts, yes pure guts at its core. Brilliant video on the subject Sir, once again you have come to scratch and delivered a mighty blow. 💯👌👊👍

[@TheHistoryChap]

Guts is a good word to describe it.

[@fredazcarate4818]

@@TheHistoryChap Sir it is an excellent word to describe the battle.

[@johannleuckx1625]

Well done! If possible, please more about the mahadist army of the time. Thanks!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you.

[@jackgreenfitness3640]

Once again, a fascinating talk. Do you ever give public in-person talks?

[@TheHistoryChap]

I do and would love to do more. Please drop me a line via my website: www.thehistorychap.com

[@jlv2335]

Thrilling storytelling! Thank you for this brilliant movies

[@kendy123456789]

Even my Mrs likes watching your videos, you and Mark Felton are my favourite History buffs.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Blimey, kind words indeed! Many thanks.

[@gerardhogan3]

Chris I always enjoy your stories and for a moment...I thought I was there!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Praise indeed. Thank you very much :)

[@jacquespatton2594]

Excellent story telling. I almost felt I was there. Yes on making a video about the Colonel. Well done!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching

[@thomastully5940]

“ Beresford” I’m from Tramore Co Waterford here in Svendborg,Denmark now,well done follow your great uploads.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Glad you are enjoying.

[@lloydpringle5626]

Thank you sir, what a brilliant and well presented story....

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you for your kind comment

[@ropeburnsrussell]

Another great video, thanks.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@roybennett9284]

Very well done that man , always well thought out and prepared kind regards Roy Bennett Wollongong NSW Australia.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@edwardmatalka]

A great series. Thank you! Burnaby does deserve his own program.

[@TheHistoryChap]

And here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqe0aZKbdr5sjsU

[@Michael-ws7rc]

What an interesting story, and I’ve never seen or read anything about it before. Thanks for what you do, friend.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nigeldeforrest-pearce8084]

As Always, Fascinating History Expertly Told!!!!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed my talk about Abu Klea.

[@beachboy0505]

Excellent video 📹 ..AN OPEN BATTLE.. You have to admire the Sudanese warriors. They didn't have , artillery, machine guns or the benefit of a professional army. The Sudanese relied on their athleticism and bravery to fight the best Army in the world in an OPEN BATTLE. Man to man 👨, no hiding.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for taking the time to comment about the Battle of Abu Klea.

[@peterderidder2655]

I enjoyed it verry much, I came here by accident. And the story was verry interesting so I kept watching the tale... thanks for making this and sorry for my bad englische writing .

[@TheHistoryChap]

I am glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

[@chrisdfx1]

I consider myself an expert on KZbin history channels, and you sir, have one of the best. I would love a series on the battles of the American Civil War, is that something you can do in the future?

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. As you have probably worked out, I tend to focus on stories involving British military (plenty of them!) but I might consider expanding outside of that theme in the future.

[@fettlerjohn3419]

Thanks for posting 👍🏼 ✨

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure.

[@rogerdepretto440]

Absolutely brilliant. Chris.

[@TheHistoryChap]

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[@MmMm-xg9co]

شكرا على الفيديو

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching

[@keithgubbin2354]

Thanks naming the Royal Sussex Regt correctly this time! My old regiment, though it was the Third Battalion the Queen’s Regiment (3 Queens) by then……

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you for taking the time to comment.

[@martinhogg5337]

Great stuff! Really enjoyed that tale thanks!

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure.

[@stevelovering9774]

Thank you, excellently told.

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching

[@mrbritannia3833]

0:37 Flashman in the flashman papers is based off Harry Flashman of Thomas Hughes ‘Tom Browns’s Schools days’(By based off I mean he literally is meant to be the same character). Great video by the way.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for taking the time to comment.

[@TonyWhiting-vy7tz]

Awesome as always, your love of the subject comes through

[@TheHistoryChap]

I appreciate that, thanks.

[@MikeyRumi180]

Love, love, love this channel.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you. Make sure you subscribe.

[@mariadacre9647]

Great video and a one on Fred Burnaby would'nt go amiss, thanks.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Many thanks. Burnaby coming next week.

[@Micktyb]

Excellent thanks !! Would be a great story if you did do one ??

[@TheHistoryChap]

i think Fred Burnaby is coming up fast on the rails.

[@ramseybarber8312]

Hi Chris Thanks for showing this,What was the average size of this square ( in yds) and how deep would they have been ? It must have been a fare size to have two thousand camels inside it. Cheers

[@TheHistoryChap]

Ramsey, thanks for that question. I have been searching through my notes and sources and can't find an exact measurement, but you are right it would have been a fair size - and consequently needed a lot of discipline and training to keep it solid.

[@ramseybarber8312]

@@TheHistoryChap Thanks for trying Chris.

[@sue.F]

By Jove, that was brilliant! I only stopped by to find some military details on Rudolf Carl von Statin Freiherr - which battles was he involved, please? Do you cover the battle of Om Wagarat, where it was reported, he lost 8,000 of his men in 20 minutes… and his escape from capture.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for commenting. You might enjoy this video too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmnZdmCcbZtsjac

[@earnestwanderer2471]

Very exciting. Great presentation.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jayturner3397]

Exceptional as always 👌 👏

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@chrisjacques7368]

Heat video on Abu Klea and I’d thought that Burnaby was a inspiration for flashman for a long time - there’s a Abu Klea monument in cathedral square Birmingham with Burnabys name on.. khica is also on it ??

[@TheHistoryChap]

Chris thanks for sharing. I will pay a visit next time I'm in Brum.

[@bobjackson4720]

What a generation, those men were almost super hero's. Will their like ever be seen again?

[@TheHistoryChap]

A different breed.

[@caractacusbrittania7442]

Unfortunately not, A union jack meant something back then.

[@AgentGB1]

A story about Fred Burnaby would be most cool, didn't know he was the inspiration for Flashmen. This was a captivating seat edged account, the battlefield is a strange place when certain unforeseen dynamics can shift the outcome. That sense of a blunder out of ones control.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed my video. Battle of Abu Klea was a lot more knife-edge than the casualty figures suggest.

[@joeshmoe8345]

Very interesting video big dog, thanks

[@TheHistoryChap]

My pleasure. Thanks for watching.

[@ΝικοςΚαλοχριστιανακης-μ2ζ]

Very interesting story thank you Sir! I wish you can also make a video about the Indian revolution cause the opening of the bullet holders by mouth!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Indian revolution / mutiny (Sepoy rebellion) will be covered in 2023.

[@Hilts931]

Fantastic delivery once again. What happened to Gordon after his rescue? I can imagine Gladstone wasn’t best pleased. Court martial?

[@TheHistoryChap]

Wait for the next part of the story

[@colinblackler3466]

No spoilers please......

[@andyblyth923]

Dear Chris you have made me go too the books again 🎉🎉

[@TheHistoryChap]

Many thanks for your support

[@simonnoble7589]

love this series ... in Egypt and Sudan ... more please ..... great reading 😃😀😄 Chris

[@TheHistoryChap]

More coming soon.

[@simonnoble7589]

@@TheHistoryChap thank you for your hard work Chris

[@hugocampbell9209]

What about a video on David livingstone and the west African squadron? Also a playlist on the English civil war of 1640s would be a good watch

[@TheHistoryChap]

Hugo, I will add to my (ever-growing) list.

[@toddjones5742]

well done storytelling, thanks

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it! Please subscribe to my channel so you don't miss my future stories.

[@ianknight2053]

Many thanks Chris. Another ripping yarn!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed.

[@maxsmyth4819]

would love to hear more about Burnaby, Thank you for your incite.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Here is the video about Burnaby: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqe0aZKbdr5sjsU

[@stephenmcdonald7908]

There's a monument to Burnaby in Birmingham Cathedral churchyard.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Well I didn't know that. Thanks for sharing.

[@penjoman]

I love this man Soo much, finally someone who can tell sudanese history in real, unlike biased teachers that used to teach us when we were kids...

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you are enjoying my videos about Sudanese history (or at least the bits involving the British).

[@leonasmith6180]

Thank you, very clear concise and researched, your only lacking is a little humor, we are talking about the British after all, yep im a stiff upper lipper as well. my very best to you and yours Leona.

[@TheHistoryChap]

I actually have a wry sense of ironic humour. Maybe I should introduce it a bit more.

[@leonasmith6180]

@@TheHistoryChap The Russian fleet has been done by others, you really missed an opertunity there. In the 2ww a group of old men managed to convince Italians and Germans to sink there own ships. The English do have a way of doing things that really should'nt work, yet it dose. Thanks for the vids, you research well and present the datum in an easy to asimulate format, but I am a brat, and enjoy a little humor. thanks again. Leona

[@jackgreenfitnesspt5804]

great video again!

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

[@mickuljatheseagull]

Chris, you are the master of telling a damn good yarn.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you.

[@nathanappleby5342]

That Mahdist who got into the square and started reading the Koran died a brave death. As for John French, this battle is from the successful part of his career when he commanded cavalry in colonial wars. Good presentation as always Chris, just one correction, at the time of the battle, Stewart was a brigadier general though he was promoted to major general later on. As for that officer who got a rifle fired in his ear, that must have made it deaf for the rest of his life. Here is something of note, the British force that fought this battle numbered the same as at Islandlwana 6 years before, the difference being at Islandlwana the column was completely wiped save some survivors by the entire Zulu army while at Abu Klea the column was assaulted by a Sudenese army half the size and mostly survived. Look forward to hearing your take on the Nile Expedition. As part of your Sudan War series, would you be willing to do a video on the Battle of Atbara? I know it is not as significant as other battles in the Sudan War but it was part of the build-up to Omdurman.

[@TheHistoryChap]

As ever, Nathan, you make a really good points. I love that comparison with Isandlwana. The battle of Atbara is on my list although I have a few other stories to tell before that one.

[@nathanappleby5342]

@@TheHistoryChap Splendid! I look forward to it.

[@PaulinAsia_]

Enjoyed the video. Though curious how you described a country invaded and occupied by Britain on the pretext of forgiving debt, as a client state.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thanks for watching my video .

[@areghankingsley5645]

Thanks for bringing this storitical event to reality

[@TheHistoryChap]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching.

[@CharlesPepper]

Excellent video.

[@TheHistoryChap]

Very kind of you. Thanks.

[@christopherseivard8925]

I may be wrong, but I believe this battle has been portrayed in the film “ the four Feathers.” Khaki forever!

[@TheHistoryChap]

It was…of a fashion, with lots of Hollywood licence! If you watched the film and then listen to my story you would be forgiven for thinking that they were two separate events 😂

[@laurencehearne2763]

I enjoy your series very much

[@TheHistoryChap]

Thank you.