CHAPTER XIV

SEPTEMBER, 1916-1917

The last journey--Arrival at Tanga--German East Africa in 1916--The difficulties of the campaign--Progress by General Smuts--The Royal Fusiliers go to Mikesse--A fearful march--General Smuts on the action at Beho-Beho--Selous' gallantry--His death at the head of his men--A noble life--Captain Haines on the last days of Selous--Selous' grave--General Smuts on the future of German East Africa 340