Heroic defense at Rorke's Drift
GPTKB entity
Statements (50)
| Predicate | Object |
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| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:historical_events
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
Increased British military presence in the region
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| gptkbp:awards |
Victoria Cross awarded to 11 soldiers
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| gptkbp:casualties |
British: 17 killed, 10 wounded
Zulu: estimated 300-400 killed |
| gptkbp:commemoration |
Memorials established
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| gptkbp:context |
gptkb:Anglo-Zulu_War
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
Inspiration for literature and film
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| gptkbp:date |
January 22-23, 1879
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| gptkbp:defense |
approximately 150 British soldiers
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| gptkbp:depicts |
Portrayed in films and documentaries
Featured in novels Commemorated in songs |
| gptkbp:historical_analysis |
Study of colonial military tactics
Impact on British public opinion Role in shaping military strategy |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
Analyzed in military history courses
Examined in post-colonial studies Studied in the context of imperialism Influenced by previous battles in the war Part of British imperial expansion Influenced military reforms in Britain Contributed to the mythos of the British Empire Contributed to the narrative of British heroism Reflected in the narratives of bravery and sacrifice. Examined in the context of heroism in warfare Impact on future British engagements in Africa Influenced perceptions of Zulu warriors Influenced the portrayal of military leaders Led to changes in Zulu military organization Part of broader conflicts in Southern Africa Part of the legacy of the British Army in Africa Part of the narrative of the Anglo-Zulu War Reflected attitudes towards colonialism Response to Zulu military tactics Reflected the complexities of colonial relationships |
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Heroic defense at Rorke's Drift
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| gptkbp:legacy |
Enduring symbol of courage
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| gptkbp:location |
Rorke's Drift, South Africa
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| gptkbp:notable_figures |
gptkb:Lieutenant_Gonville_Bromhead
gptkb:Lieutenant_John_Chard |
| gptkbp:notable_mission |
Highlighted challenges of colonial warfare
Demonstrated effectiveness of small forces |
| gptkbp:participants |
gptkb:British_Army
gptkb:Zulu_Kingdom |
| gptkbp:result |
British victory
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| gptkbp:significance |
Symbol of British valor
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| gptkbp:tactics |
Defensive barricades used
Use of rifle fire |
| gptkbp:zulu_forces |
approximately 3,000 warriors
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