The Boer War: Military History

by Tabitha Jackson

When Britain went to war with the Boers in October 1899, everyone was confident that it would be an easy victory and over by Christmas. The war, however, was neither glorious nor swift, It not only irreparably damaged the British Empire but led to the establishment of apartheid in South Africa. This is a portrait of the war through the eyes of ordinary soliders and civilians. It includes letters and diaries written by British, Canadian and Australian soldiers, along with accounts by black South Africans of their experiences during the war.

192 pages, Hardcover

First published September 10, 1999

Reviews

[Mark Donald · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good quality history book. Not list like. Also some good photos and lots of first hand accounts in it

[Chris Jennings · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good insight into the Boer War. Not for somebody who knows the basics as it only gives a limited history typical of a book written for a documentary. But if you do not know anything about the Boer War and want a simple introduction, this is the book for you.