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Doing Canada Proud The Second Boer War And The Battle Of Paardeberg Colonel Bernd Horn

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Doing Canada Proud The Second Boer War And The Battle Of Paardeberg Colonel Bernd Horn
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Publisher: Dundurn Press Limited;Dundurn
File Extension: EPUB
File size: 1.02 MB
Pages: 80
Author: Colonel Bernd Horn
Language: English
Year: 2012

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Doing Canada Proud The Second Boer War And The Battle Of Paardeberg Colonel Bernd Horn by Colonel Bernd Horn instant download after payment.

The story of a little-known Canadian victory in the Second Boer War.

In the fall of 1899, Britain entered the Second Anglo-Boer War in South Africa confident that its army would make short work of a collection of armed farmers. However, initial confrontations quickly changed attitudes. Following a series of humiliating defeats, Britain quickly sought additional troops. Canada answered the call, and its first contingent consisted of the 2nd (Special Service) Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR).

Fighting their first battle at Paardeburg Drift from February 18 to 27, 1900, The RCR did Canada proud, serving with distinction and demonstrating endurance and tenacity that rivalled the famous British regulars. This victory came at a cost, though. The RCR suffered 39 killed and 123 wounded, but its accomplishments were impressive. Canadians delivered the first major British triumph, which became the turning point of the conflict. The victory also awakened...

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