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"The King's African Rifles and East African Forces in both World Wars" by Harry Fecitt is a two-volume compilation that provides a valuable resource for historians interested in the participation of the King's African Rifles in major conflicts of the 20th century. The author, Harry Fecitt, has extensively researched the achievements of this distinguished regiment and brings together specific details regarding their service record. The volumes include essays on major campaigns, photographs of memorials and cemeteries, and lists of officers and men who received awards for exemplary service. While the collection highlights the hierarchical nature of British colonialism and the ornamentalism of the British Empire, it also elevates African experience and offers a valuable resource for historians studying the military history of Africa and Africans. [Extracted from the article]