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Black Soldiers in the Rhodesian Army provides a comprehensive historical analysis of African military personnel serving in Rhodesia’s armed forces during the colonial era. M. T. Howard examines the complex dynamics between professionalism, colonialism, and race within the military institution.
The book explores how Black soldiers navigated systemic racial discrimination while pursuing military careers and professionalism. Howard investigates the policies, experiences, and contributions of African servicemen, shedding light on an understudied aspect of colonial African history. The work addresses broader questions about institutional racism, military hierarchies, and African agency under colonial rule.
Drawing on archival research and historical documentation, this study contributes to African Studies scholarship by revealing the intricate relationships between military institutions and colonial racial systems in Southern Africa.
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