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Captain David Blackwood is embroiled in the Boxer Rebellion. Ordered to escort a beautiful German countess on a dangerous journey up the Hoshun River, Blackwood sees death and slaughter unlike anything he has known. Finally, standing before the walls of Tientsin, he must hold on against a torrent of frenzied Chinese warriors.Tags
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The dramatic sequel to Badge of Glory. China 1900 - when the Boxer Rebellion erupts into bloody war. True to their motto, the Royal Marines are the first to land - and the last to leave. And again Blackwood is in command.
Apr 3, 2012Dutch
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Douglas Reeman was born in 1924 in Thames Ditton, Surrey, England. At the the beginning of World War II, he joined the Royal Navy age of 16. His naval experiences have been major influences on his works. Reeman is regarded as the master of sea stories. In 1958, his first novel, A Prayer for the Ship was published. Under the pseudonym, Alexander show more Kent, he wrote over 20 novels including the best-selling Richard Bolitho novels. Under his real name, he has written over 30 novels including the Royal Marines Saga. His works as Kent and Reeman are published in 14 languages around the world. (Bowker Author Biography) show less
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- Canonical title
- The First to Land
- Original publication date
- 1984
- People/Characters
- Captain David Blackwood RM, VC
- Important places
- China
- Important events
- Boxer Rebellion (1899-08 | 1901-09)
- Epigraph
- [None]
- Dedication
- For Caroline Dawnay
With Love,
Tenax propositi. - First words
- The Hampshire countryside gleamed dully after a heavy overnight mist.
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- ISBNs
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- ASINs
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