Military & Warfare

Ambush of British Armored Train at Chieveley

The Battle of Chieveley occurred when a British armored train was ambushed by Boer forces, resulting in significant casualties. British soldiers faced a surprise attack that led to the partial derailment of the train, resulting in the capture of 80 soldiers. Among those captured was prominent war correspondent Winston Churchill, who later detailed the incident in his writings, bringing attention to the challenges faced by British forces in South Africa.

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