The Fighting Cameliers - The Exploits of the Imperial Camel Corps in the Desert and Palestine Campaign of the Great War by Reid, Frank (2006) Paperback

by Frank Reid

The war in Sinai & Palestine from the irrepressible viewpoint of the Camel Soldiers - There are few accounts of the exploits of the Imperial Camel Corps but 'The Fighting Cameliers' has the distinction of being written in an easy going immediate style full of incident, dialogue and action that brings the soldiers that comprised this unique fighting force into sharp relief. Written primarily from an Australian perspective with all its resilience & wit, this highly readable account often sweeps the reader up like a novel. A must for everyone interested in the First World War in the desert & Palestine.

Paperback

First published January 3, 2006

Reviews

[Paul · Rating 3 out of 5]

Written in an engaging, memoir style, I had bought this book to find out more about the campaign in Palestine in WW1, where a relative of mine died. More impressionistic than full of strategic details.

[Erinne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book for anyone interested in the Imperial Camel Corp and military history. Very easy to read and engaging.