Zulu resistance

Definition

The Zulu resistance refers to the military and political actions taken by the Zulu Kingdom in South Africa during the 19th century to resist European colonial expansion. This included battles and conflicts against British and Boer forces.

Related terms

Battle of Isandlwana: A major battle fought between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom in 1879, resulting in a significant victory for the Zulus.

Anglo-Zulu War: A conflict that took place between 1879-1880 between the British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom, leading to eventual British control over Zululand.

Shaka: The influential leader of the Zulu Kingdom who implemented military reforms that greatly strengthened their resistance against European powers.