A Handbook of the Boer War
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"A Handbook of the Boer War" is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. The book details various phases of the Boer War (1899-1902), examining military operations and strategies, as well as the broader sociopolitical context of the conflict. The author aims to provide an insightful compilation for students and those interested in understanding the complexities and dynamics of the war through a blend of anecdotal wisdom and tactical
analysis. The opening of the book introduces the author’s motivations and objectives for writing this handbook, emphasizing his personal experience of serving in the Boer War for twenty-six months. The initial chapters explore themes of historical parallels, such as comparing the Boers to the Roundheads during the English Civil War, and discuss the nature of patriotism, duty, and discipline within military frameworks. The discussion is enriched by references to notable battles and strategies, illustrating how the unanticipated resilience of the Boer forces challenged British military assumptions and practices, setting the stage for a nuanced examination of the war as it unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Title |
A Handbook of the Boer War With General Map of South Africa and 18 Sketch Maps and Plans |
|---|---|
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, David King, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 60.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa |
| Subject | South African War, 1899-1902 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15699 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-15699-6 |
| Release Date | Apr 24, 2005 |
| Last Update | Mar 6, 2025 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1129 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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