Fugitives' Drift (1879)

Fugitives' Drift is a historically significant site in South Africa, located near the Buffalo River. It gained prominence during the Anglo-Zulu War in 1879. Following the British defeat at the Battle of Isandlwana, a group of British soldiers attempted to retreat and crossed the Buffalo River at Fugitives' Drift. Lieutenants Melvill and Coghill died in an attempt to save the Queen's colours, earning the first posthumous Victoria Crosses in history.