Fighting for the Rufiji crossing

[bushfighter]

Any Members interested in 1st East African Brigade's crossing of the Rufiji are invited to glance at:

http://www.westernfrontassociation.com/great-war-on-land/other-war-theatres/2086-fighting-for-the-rufiji-river-crossing-the-british-1st-east-african-brigade-in-action-german-east-africa-1-to-19-january-1917.html

Harry

[KevinBattle]

... what would they call people fleeing from that river?

[bushfighter]

Actually Kevin I cannot think of a suitable name.

Perhaps a younger & less jaded Member can contribute a piece of sharp incisive wit.

I crossed the Rufiji from south to north on Thursday evening by the new bridge, which I was told had been built by the Chinese.

The delta, last refuge of the Konigsberg, still appears very impressive from the air.

In Zanzibar Anglican Cathedral I photographed a brass memorial plaque to Commander R.O.B. Bridgeman DSO who lost his life during a seaplane reconnaissance over the Rufiji Delta.

I can post it later when I have a better internet link, should any Member be interested.

Harry

[ShirlD]

Thanks Harry, sounds like another fascinating journey you are on. I was particularly interested in the 130 Baluchi Regiment movements.

Enjoy Zanzibar and stay safe and well.

Cheers

Shirley