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Africa - Mau Mau Rebellion: The Emergency in Kenya 1952–1956

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Book Synopsis: In The Mau Mau Rebellion, the author describes the background to and the course of a short but brutal late colonial campaign in Kenya. The Mau Mau, a violent and secretive Kikuyu society, aimed to restore the proud tribe's pre-colonial superiority and rule. The 1940s saw initial targeting of Africans working for the colonial government and by 1952 the situation had deteriorated so badly that a State of Emergency was declared. The plan for mass arrests leaked and many leaders and supporters escaped to the bush where the gangs formed a military structure. Brutal attacks on both whites and loyal natives caused morale problems and local police and military were overwhelmed. Reinforcements were called in, and harsh measures including mass deportation, protected camps, fines, confiscation of property and extreme intelligence gathering employed were employed. War crimes were committed by both sides. As this well researched book demonstrates the campaign was ultimately successful militarily, politically the dye was cast and paradoxically colonial rule gave way to independence in 1956.

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Intriguing, captivating, and historically significant, The Mau Mau Rebellion: The Emergency in Kenya 1952–1956 is a must-read for any history enthusiast. This book delves into the background and chronicles the course of a short yet brutal late colonial campaign in Kenya. The Mau Mau, an obscure and violent Kikuyu society, fought to reclaim their tribe's pre-colonial supremacy. Dive into this meticulously researched account to understand the relentless pursuit of power and reclaiming of heritage.

Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of the 1940s, where Africans working for the colonial government became the Mau Mau's initial targets. The situation escalated rapidly, leading to a State of Emergency declaration in 1952. Experience the suspense as leaders and supporters of the Mau Mau movement escape to the bush, forming formidable military gangs. Discover the horrors of brutal attacks on both white settlers and loyal natives, causing massive morale problems and overwhelming the local police and military.

Witness the desperate measures taken by the colonial forces as they call in reinforcements to regain control. Experience the chilling reality of mass arrests, protected camps, fines, property confiscation, and extreme intelligence gathering strategies. But this campaign wasn't without its share of dark secrets. Uncover the war crimes committed by both sides, shedding light on the complexities of this violent struggle for power.

Ultimately, The Mau Mau Rebellion reveals how this campaign achieved military success while setting in motion a political transformation. In a peculiar twist, the dye was cast, and colonial rule eventually gave way to independence in 1956. Discover the paradoxes and consequences of this historic conflict, and understand its immense impact on Kenya's path towards self-determination.

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