Rorkes Drift sums up some of the best traditions of the British self-image: steadfastness against the odds victory in adversity & the thin red line. The British stand deserves to go down in history as one of the most heroic actions of all time. The story of a mere 150 British & Imperial soldiers defending an isolated outpost against over 3 000 Zulu warriors summed up the experience of the colonial adventure for the Victorians & remains part of our heritage even today. Ian Knight recounts the course of this famous conflict in which no less than 11 Victoria crosses were won.