The First to Land (1984)

by Douglas Reeman

Series: Blackwood Family (2)

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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.… (more)

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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.

losloper | Apr 3, 2012 |

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The First to Land

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1984

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Captain David Blackwood RM, VC

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China

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Boxer Rebellion (1899-08 | 1901-09)

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For Caroline Dawnay
With Love,
Tenax propositi.

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The Hampshire countryside gleamed dully after a heavy overnight mist.

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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.

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