Swiss Mercenaries in the Dutch East Indies - Philipp Krauer
Philipp Krauer |
Global Connections - Routes and Roots |
2024 |
Zachte kaft |
Nederlands
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Beschrijving
Between 1848 and 1914, around 5,800 Swiss Mercenaries enlisted in the Dutch Colonial Army (KNIL) to fight in the Dutch East Indies, now modern-day Indonesia. This book traces the paths of these mercenaries beyond the boundaries of the Dutch Empire, shedding light on the intricacies of nineteenth-century military labour markets. It delves deep into their social backgrounds, motivations, intimate relationships, and their role in the violent expansion of the colonial empire. In doing so, it unveils the profound impacts of Dutch colonialism, not only on the colonies themselves but also on the social, economic, and cultural landscape of the European hinterland.
Specificaties
Door (auteur) | Philipp Krauer |
Uitgeverij | Universiteit Leiden hodn Leiden Universi |
Genre | Europese overzeese expansie |
Uitgave | Zachte kaft |
Aantal pagina's | 236 |
Verschenen op | 20-03-2024 |
ISBN / EAN | 9789087284510 |
Taal | Nederlands |
Gewicht | 378 g |
Hoogte | 233 mm |
Breedte | 156 mm |
Dikte | 18 mm |