Overview
This series explores the facts and investigates the truth behind the British Redcoat Army's campaign in Zululand during 1879. The war was started by a country at the height of it's imperial powers and prosecuted by an army charged with the responsibility of implementing a policy known as Confederation - a proposal to unite various black and white factions in South Africa under British authority. Interviews, on-location footage and new geological surveys all help to reconstruct the conflicts and give insight into the tactics used in these epic battles.
Seasons & Episodes
Season 1
This series explores the facts and investigates the truth behind the British Redcoat Army's campaign in Zululand during 1879. The war was started by a country at the height of it's imperial powers and prosecuted by an army charged with the responsibility of implementing a policy known as Confederation - a proposal to unite various black and white factions in South Africa under British authority. Interviews, on-location footage and new geological surveys all help to reconstruct the conflicts and give insight into the tactics used in these epic battles.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Graham McTavish
Narrator
Frequently Asked Questions
This series explores the facts and investigates the truth behind the British Redcoat Army's campaign in Zululand during 1879. The war was started by a country at the height of...
The Zulu Wars has 1 season with 3 episodes.
The Zulu Wars premiered on January 1, 2002.
No, The Zulu Wars has ended. The final episode aired on January 1, 2002.
The Zulu Wars originally aired on UKTV History. Check your local streaming services for availability.
The Zulu Wars has a rating of 7.0/10 based on user reviews.
The Zulu Wars is classified as Documentary, War & Politics.