Henry Pulleine
English colonel at Isandlwana
Born
1838
187 years ago
Died
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
United Kingdom
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Served as a British Army officer during the Anglo-Zulu War. Colonel Pulleine commanded the 1st Battalion of the 24th Regiment of Foot. Led the troops stationed at Isandlwana during the Battle of Isandlwana, which occurred on January 22, 1879. The battle was noted for its significant British defeat by Zulu forces. Pulleine was killed during the conflict.
Commanded troops at the Battle of Isandlwana
Died in the Anglo-Zulu War
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