GIVE ME THE LIFE OF A LANCER: The Wutonga Trilogy: Volume One — James Powell

1895. A quarter of the globe lies in the hands of the British Empire.Hugh Pitchford, an up-and-coming young lawyer, is dispatched on an important mission to Southern Africa by the Colonial Secretary, Joseph Chamberlain. Chamberlain is anxious to bring order to the newly founded Rhodesia, and Hugh is eager to prove himself.Serving in the colony is a hardened unit of cavalrymen, the Wutonga Lancers, experienced in putting down the tension and unrest that grips Matabeleland. But the Matabele, motivated by their proud fighting traditions, hold a burning desire to avenge themselves on the occupying British, who have brought with them droughts and pestilence.No sooner has Hugh reached South Africa than the Matabele erupt in an all-out rebellion. Like the Wutongas, Hugh must engage in a bitter battle against a determined enemy. And what doesn't cost him his life, may well cost him his principles...