Historical Events tagged with "boer commando"

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Military & Warfare

Boers Defeat British at Blood River Poort

September 17th, 1901 123 years ago

A Boer force, during the Second Boer War, achieved a significant victory against a British contingent at Blood River Poort. The confrontation, part of the larger guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the Boers, showcased their strategies and resilience. This battle further highlighted the challenges faced by the British forces as they struggled to maintain control in a region marked by relentless Boer opposition amid the ongoing conflict.

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