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

Author:   Colonel Bernd Horn
Publisher:   Dundurn Group Ltd
Volume:   8
ISBN:  

9781459705777


Pages:   104
Publication Date:   28 February 2013
Recommended Age:   From 12 to 15 years
Format:   Paperback
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Doing Canada Proud: The Second Boer War and the Battle of Paardeberg


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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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Author:   Colonel Bernd Horn
Publisher:   Dundurn Group Ltd
Imprint:   Dundurn Group Ltd
Volume:   8
Dimensions:   Width: 20.30cm , Height: 2.50cm , Length: 20.30cm
Weight:   0.198kg
ISBN:  

9781459705777


ISBN 10:   1459705777
Pages:   104
Publication Date:   28 February 2013
Recommended Age:   From 12 to 15 years
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock   Availability explained
The supplier is temporarily out of stock of this item. It will be ordered for you on backorder and shipped when it becomes available.

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On Battle Cries in the Wilderness <br> Battle Cries , which tells the story of this war in North America, is a good history book, well written, historically accurate and interesting. In the author's skilful hands, the reader almost becomes a witness to the struggle. -- CM Magazine , February 11, 2012


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Colonel Bernd Horn is an experienced Canadian Forces infantry officer and military educator. Dr. Horn has authored, co-authored, or edited more than 30 books, including Men of Steel and Battle Cries in the Wilderness. He lives in Kingston, Ontario.

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