W. L. Gooding, Death of a Rhodesian Pioneer.
“ Gooding, who was a native of New Barnet, was a Volunteer in a small force under Major Wilson and Captain Borrow, which pushed forward from the main body of the British troops operating against the Matabeles, and, crossing the Shangani river in pursuit of Lobengula, found itself in dire peril of annihilation. ”
W. L. Gooding, Death of a Rhodesian Pioneer.
“ They were repeatedly attacked by natives, but escaping death miraculously, reached the main body unscathed, and shared in the terrible privations which the main force endured after the abortive attempt to relieve Major Wilson's smaller party, which was massacred to a man. ”
W. L. Gooding, A Ride For Life.
“ Mr. Gooding was with the Salisbury column in operations against the Matabele and was with Major Wilson just before that officer and his followers made their last advance. After describing how he took part in the pursuit of Lobengula until it became necessary to retire, he says : — " Captain Borrow asked Burnum [Editor’s note: Frederick Russell Burnham] (one of the scouts) to ride on as fast as lie could and hurry Major Forbes up. ”
