Articles related to "Boer War"



Anglo-Boer War books - Part 1
The Boer War left a legacy which is still hotly debated today by post-apartheid white South Africans. Credited with the invention of the concentration camp and a new style of guerilla warfare, the second Anglo-Boer war finally brought the British Empire into a new era of warfare. This article presents three general books on the subject.
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Anglo-Boer War books - Part 2
In this second set of Anglo-Boer War book reviews of we move away from the general and end with the General.
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The Second Anglo Boer War
The Anglo Boer War (sometimes known as the South African War) was fought between the Boer Republics of the Orange Free State and Transvaal and the British Empire.
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The Boer War (1899-1902): Britain's Wakeup Call
The Boer War was the major colonial war of British Empire history. Fought between 1899 and 1902, it was a major turning point between the 19th and the 20th centuries. Not only was the Boer War the first war for a combatant [Britain] to use concentration camps, but it also lead to much ado about the health and fitness of British soldiers. This article talks about the war itself and its impacts on British history and society.
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Buildup to the First Boer War
The British seized the Cape of Good Hope from the Dutch in the early 1800s, sparking a conflict between colonists of both powers and native Africans.
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Colonial Wargaming Part 1 - Web sites and magazines
The first of three articles exploring the Colonial period for wargaming - from the Pony wars in the US to the Zulu and Boer Wars in SA.
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Colonial Wargaming Part 2 - Figures
The second of three articles exploring the Colonial period for wargaming - from the Pony wars in the US to the Zulu and Boer Wars in SA.
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Fort Calgary, Boer War Memorial
The North-West Mounted Police built Fort Calgary and later served as some of Canada's first soldiers in a foreign war.
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MAFIKENG IS MORE THAN JUST A BATTLEFIELD
Mafikeng is synonymous with the Boer War and the formation of the Boy Scouts, but this town in the North West Province of South Africa is more than that.
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Medicine in the Boer War
During the Boer War, British surgeons and doctors made massive advancements in the treatment of wounded soldiers. Efficiency in procedures led to less deaths in battle.
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The First Boer War
The First Boer War consisted of just three major battles: Laing's Nek, Schuinshoogte, and Majuba. All three proved to be humiliating defeats for the overconfident British
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The Great Karoo Under Review
Skilled Canadian novelist Fred Stenson tackles the subject of the Second Boer War in this gritty, real novel about one soldier's experiences in the Great Karoo Desert.
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The Second Boer War
At the turn of the 20th century, the British fought a long battle with early immigrants in the region of southern Africa, costing millions in blood in treasure.
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The South African 'Boer War'
Canadian's contributions to the South African war.
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The Fabians and the British Empire, Part V
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 5 of a 13 part series.

Corporal Harry Churchill Beet, VC
He risked his life during the Boer War, served Canada in the First World War and lived in Canada for most of his life. Still, his name is not on the 'official' VC list.
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Kimberley Story
Exploring Kimberley, the diamond city of South Africa, unravels the interesting history of the sparkling stones.
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Queen Victoria of England
Queen Victoria, whose expansive family ruled Europe, played an active role in British government, lived a full life and influenced the world.
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Sweet Smelling Victorians
August is the Shrewsbury Flower Show and the start of the football season as well as an interest in Victorians.
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The Battle of Spion Kop
The Battle of Spion Kop was fought on the 24th of January 1900 in South Africa. It was one of the bloodiest battles of the Second Anglo Boer War.
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The Black Watch
The Black Watch, Canada's oldest most respected regiment. From the Boer War to Korea, honour and distinction followed the Watch.
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The Defeat of the British Army at Spion Kop
Following the British occupation of Spion Kop, the Boer picket that had been routed from the hill informed General Louis Botha, who immediately launched into action.
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The Power of One Themes
The best-selling Australian author of Jessica, Tandia, and The Potato Factory tells the story of Peekay, a boy growing up on the eve of World War II.
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The Young Winston Churchill
Winston Churchill wasnot academically brilliant at school but went on to have a distinguished career as a politician.
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The Fabians and the British Empire, Part VI
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 6 of a 13 part series.

Concentration Camps in Modern History
The concentration camp has been used for over one hundred years by many nations at war including the British and Italians in Africa and the Germans during World War II.
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The Fabians and the British Empire, Part I
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 1 of a 13 part series.

The Fabians and the British Empire, Part X
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 10 of a 13 part series.

Wartime Truces in History
Spontaneous, informal truces have not been uncommon during wartime. Enemies came together to listen to music, barter food, play football and even celebrate Christmas.
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Balloons in Early Warfare
Hot-air balloons are used today for recreation, but in another age, these aerial wonders were deployed in war.
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Calgary's Central Memorial Park
Calgary's oldest work of public art is found in the city's first public garden. A level site with easy access from all sides, this Park is pleasant and peaceful by day.
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Canadian Women at War
Canadian women have been in the forefront of Canadian military service since 1885. And continue to serve proudly and with distinction.
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Durban, South Africa - Tropical Vacation
Durban is a cosmopolitan city, custom made for tourism, conferences and sport with perfect tropical vacation weather.
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Maple Leaf is National Emblem of Canada
The maple leaf emerged as Canada's dominant visual symbol over a period of three centuries.
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Royal Logistics Corps Museum Surrey
The Royal Logistics Corps Museum was established at Deepcut, Surrey in 1993 and tells the story of British Army logistical support over the last 500 years.
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Service (Remembrance Day 2001)
On the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918, the warring nations of Europe agreed to lay down their arms. The date for the armistice was chosen as it represented Old November Day, the "Day of the Dead" or "All Saints / All Hallows / All Souls" Day on the "old calendar," when loved ones who were gone were remembered and graveyards were tended. In this year 2001, let us again remember, and come together in ritual, in symbol, in music, to reaffirm our connections as part of the continent, part of the main, part of humanity. "Any man's death diminishes me, because I am involved in mankind." (John Donne, Meditation XVII)
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South Africa - Safaris in Kwazulu Natal
Kwazulu Natal is known for its game reserves. It also attracts those who are interested in military history, as the great battlefields of the Anglo-Boer War are here.
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The Fabians and the British Empire, Part VIII
The Fabian Society was an important group of middle-class British socialists which was founded in 1884 and still exists today. Among the more famous members included the playwright George Bernard Shaw, the novelist H.G. Wells, and the social investigators Sidney and Beatrice Webb. Some less known members were Emmeline Pankhurst, the suffragette leader, and James Ramsay McDonald, future Labour Party prime minister in 1924, and 1929-35. This 13 part series discusses the Fabian Society--a group mostly known for their work on domestic policy--and their relationship and attitudes to the British Empire. Part 8 of a 13 part series.

Tiffany Window in Historic Scottish Church
Designed by Louis Comfort Tiffany, the beautiful Art Nouveau stained glass window representing Saint Michael the Archangel is a treasure of Fyvie Parish Church.
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100th Article, 100 year old events
This is Article #100. And to celebrate that I decided that I would look at Canadian Corporations or Organizations and Events that were established or that occurred 100 years ago, that is in 1901 (alright, so some of these things aren't 100 years old yet but hey, early birthday celebrations never hurt anyone).
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Remember the Fallen
Remembering the four who were killed by an American pilot in Afghanistan.
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Spying Through History #2. Robert Baden-Powell. (1857-1941)
Spying through history, Robert Baden-Powell.
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Traditional and Modern Pemmican
Pemmican could be called the forerunner of the modern energy bar.
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A Historical Celebration of Kew Gardens
Kew Royal Botanic Gardens, located near south-west London, hosts a historical celebration in 2009; a 250 year history at Kew will be celebrated in a number of events.
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A. E. Housman's A Shropshire Lad
This cycle of 63 poems by A.E. Housman has been continuously in print since it was self-published in 1896.
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Ghostly Drummer of Cortachy
In Medieval times, a drummer was thrown over the castle walls and cursed the clan, the Earls of Arlie, while dying. His drumming was a death omen for family members.
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IDB is Forever
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, diamond mines are an opportunist's best friend. Illegal diamond buying and instigating conflicts are two of the most enduring aspects of the diamond trade, and as with any other commodity, diamond dealers are unlikely to refuse a prize acquisition because of country of origin rules.
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Jennie Churchilll by Anne Sebba: A Review
Anne Sebba has written a sympathetic portrait of the lively Jennie Churchill, formerly Jennie Jerome..
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John Buchan a Scottish Writer
The Thirty Nine Steps was subsequently made into a movie,one of the best Alfred Hitchcock films.
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John Buchan Life and Works
Brief biography and works of British author John Buchan, famous for The Thirty-Nine Steps.
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