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Boer War 1899–1902 — Battles, Commandos & South Africa Guide

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Boer War 1899–1902 — Battles, Commandos & South Africa

The Second Boer War exposed the British Army to a modern rifle-armed opponent, long-range fire, mobile commandos and a campaign that changed from set-piece battles into guerrilla war. This hub covers the political road to conflict, Black Week, the sieges, Spion Kop, Paardeberg, the capture of the Boer capitals, guerrilla warfare, blockhouses, scorched earth and the concentration camps.

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