Events tagged with "koos de la rey"

Historical Events tagged with "koos de la rey"

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Military & Warfare

Boer Victory at Battle of Tweebosch

March 7th, 1902 123 years ago

Under the strategic leadership of General Koos de la Rey, Boer forces achieved a significant victory against the British at the Battle of Tweebosch. This engagement, fought in the course of the Second Boer War, showcased the effective guerrilla tactics employed by the Boers. It became a pivotal moment that demonstrated their resilience despite the British superiority in numbers and resources, influencing subsequent military engagements.