Two Salawar yataghans - khyber knives

[Jim McDougall]

Originally Posted by Manolo

Hi Jim and Spiral,

I really have no idea where I picked that up. It was something about an individual soldier or some British individual writing about the khyber. The feelings it conveyed were awe and yes, fear. I admit my generalization of the British fearing the khyber was incorrect. Knives are no match for guns and superior tactics, after all. Now I will try to dig that damn quote up just to lay things to rest

I like that poem, Spiral. It's an inspiring way to remember the Hadendoa.

Cheers!
Emanuel

Hi Emanuel,
I can totally relate.....I cant stand it when there is a reference or a quote I cant relocate! It makes me want to put everything on some kind of tape or recording!!

All the best,
Jim

[spiral]

Ok Emmanuel, I admit all my posts were a bit tounge in cheek , but yes the "Empire Men" seemed to do ok in those days.

I agree its a great way to remember the Hadendoa.

Spiral

[Emanuel]

I know Spiral I think I've gotten used to reading your posts well enough. And your wink was also a good indicator of your disposition. Folks should use emoticons more often, they're useful.
I still haven't found that quote, Jim, and I'm sure enough I didn't imagine it. I will find it though and post it for future reference.

All the best,
Emanuel

[spiral]

Originally Posted by Manolo

I know Spiral I think I've gotten used to reading your posts well enough. And your wink was also a good indicator of your disposition. Folks should use emoticons more often, they're useful.
I still haven't found that quote, Jim, and I'm sure enough I didn't imagine it. I will find it though and post it for future reference.

All the best,
Emanuel

Thats good Emmanuel, So many have taken some my posts to seriosly in the past.


Spiral