Stephen Manning Knihy

Detailed, in-depth history of the development of weapons in the nineteenth century, focusing on the British army in the reign of Queen Victoria.

This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Victorian soldier's experience, drawing from personal letters and diaries. It delves into the daily lives, emotions, and challenges faced by soldiers during this era, providing a unique and intimate perspective on their thoughts and feelings. Through firsthand accounts, readers gain insight into the camaraderie, hardships, and the impact of war on both the soldiers and their families, making it an invaluable resource for understanding this historical period.

Exploring the strategic significance of Quebec, this book delves into three distinct sieges during two major conflicts: the Seven Years War and the American War of Independence. It highlights the city's pivotal role and recounts visits by influential figures like Benedict Arnold and George Washington. Stephen Manning provides a comprehensive analysis of the British efforts to secure North America from French control, emphasizing the broader historical context surrounding these military events.

In-depth new history of the nineteenth-century wars fought between the British and the Asante people of West Africa.

The growing Irish population of the Lowell, Massachusetts, paddy camps in the nineteenth century proved a tempting source of cheap labor for local mill owners. This work demonstrates how the Irish community in Lowell overcame adversity to develop strong religious institutions, an increased political presence, and a sense of common traditions.

The breech-loading, single-shot .458 in Martini-Henry rifle has become a symbol of both the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879 and the numerous battles in Egypt and the Sudan in 1884-85, but continued to be used by both British and colonial troops well into the 20th century. This study tells the story of the Martini-Henry and its impact on the battlefield.

A revealing study of the confrontation between an eminent Victorian general and two of South Africa's warrior nations.

Monumental tells, for the first time, the incredible story of Oscar James Dunn, a New Orleanian born into slavery who became America's first Black lieutenant governor and acting governor. A champion of universal suffrage, civil rights, and integrated public schools, Dunn fought for radical change during the early years of Reconstruction in Louisiana, a post-Civil War era rife with corruption, subterfuge, and violence.A graphic history informed by newly discovered primary sources, Monumental resurrects, in vivid detail, Louisiana and New Orleans after the Civil War--and presents an iconic American life that never should have been forgotten. Contextual essays and a map and timeline add layers of depth to the narrative. Monumental is a story of determination, scandal, betrayal, and how one man's principled fight for equality and justice may have cost him everything.

Rejecting the notion that American colleges are holdovers from a bygone time, How to Run a College shows instead that they are centers of experimentation and innovation that heavily influence higher education not only in the United States but worldwide.

The book explores the deep-rooted issues within Ireland's Justice System, highlighting the pervasive corruption, cronyism, and criminality affecting ordinary citizens. It delves into the failures of the legal profession, the Garda Siochana, and the courts, painting a stark picture of a nation grappling with systemic dysfunction. Through this lens, the narrative reveals the widespread suffering caused by these institutional failures, prompting a critical examination of justice and accountability in contemporary Ireland.