Three Months' Leave in Somali Land, Being the Diaries of the Late Captain J. C. Francis

Between 1892 and 1895, Captain J.C. Francis served in Somalia as part of the British military contingent, tasked with establishing order and safeguarding British interests in the region. This book comprises his personal diaries from this period, providing a vivid and gripping account of life in a strange and dangerous land. Through his observations and experiences, Francis offers a unique perspective on British colonialism, the complexities of Somali society, and the challenges of military life in a hostile environment.

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