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portada Doing Canada Proud: The Second Boer War and the Battle of Paardeberg
Type
Physical Book
Author
Publisher
Year
2013
Language
English
Pages
104
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
20.2 x 20.3 x 0.8 cm
Weight
0.21 kg.
ISBN
1459705777
ISBN13
9781459705777
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Doing Canada Proud: The Second Boer War and the Battle of Paardeberg

Bernd Horn (Author) · Dundurn Press · Paperback

Doing Canada Proud: The Second Boer War and the Battle of Paardeberg - Horn, Bernd

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Synopsis "Doing Canada Proud: The Second Boer War and the Battle of Paardeberg"

The story of a little-known Canadian victory in the Second Boer War. In the fall of 1899, Britain entered the Second Anglo-Boer War in South Africa confident that its army would make short work of a collection of armed farmers. However, initial confrontations quickly changed attitudes. Following a series of humiliating defeats, Britain quickly sought additional troops. Canada answered the call, and its first contingent consisted of the 2nd (Special Service) Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment (RCR). Fighting their first battle at Paardeburg Drift from February 18 to 27, 1900, The RCR did Canada proud, serving with distinction and demonstrating endurance and tenacity that rivalled the famous British regulars. This victory came at a cost, though. The RCR suffered 39 killed and 123 wounded, but its accomplishments were impressive. Canadians delivered the first major British triumph, which became the turning point of the conflict. The victory also awakened patriotism and national identity at home and earned Canada recognition as a sovereign power.

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