The Second Anglo-Boer War

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What was the Second Anglo-Boer War also known as?

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The South African War.

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Who fought in the Second Anglo-Boer War?

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The British Empire and the two Boer republics: the South African Republic (Transvaal) and the Orange Free State.

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What were the main causes of the Second Anglo-Boer War?

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Tensions over independence, control, and resources between the British Empire and the Boers.

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What discovery increased tensions between the British and the Boers?

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The discovery of gold in the Transvaal region in 1886.

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Who was Cecil Rhodes and what was his role in the war?

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Cecil Rhodes was a British leader who wanted to expand British control over the Boer republics and promoted the idea of a British-controlled Cape-to-Cairo railway.

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What was the Jameson Raid?

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A failed raid by British-backed adventurers in 1895 to overthrow the Boer government in the Transvaal.

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What ultimatum did the Boers issue to Britain in 1899?

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The Boers demanded the removal of British troops from the Boer republics.

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What were the initial successes of the Boers in the war?

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The Boers launched successful offensives into British-controlled Cape Colony and Natal, besieging towns like Ladysmith, Mafeking, and Kimberley.

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How did the British respond to the initial Boer successes?

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The British sent significant reinforcements and lifted the sieges, recapturing cities by February 1900.

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What tactics did the Boers use after the fall of Pretoria?

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The Boers adopted guerrilla warfare tactics, carrying out surprise attacks and raids on British supply lines.