Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War is a memoir written by Deneys Reitz, a Boer soldier who fought in the Second Boer War (1899-1902). The book offers a firsthand account of the war from the perspective of a young Boer commando, providing insight into the tactics, strategies, and experiences of the Boer forces. Reitz describes the battles he fought in, the harsh conditions he endured, and the camaraderie he shared with his fellow soldiers. He also reflects on the political and social factors that led to the war, as ...
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Commando: A Boer Journal of the Boer War is a memoir written by Deneys Reitz, a Boer soldier who fought in the Second Boer War (1899-1902). The book offers a firsthand account of the war from the perspective of a young Boer commando, providing insight into the tactics, strategies, and experiences of the Boer forces. Reitz describes the battles he fought in, the harsh conditions he endured, and the camaraderie he shared with his fellow soldiers. He also reflects on the political and social factors that led to the war, as well as the aftermath and its impact on the Boer people. The book is a valuable historical document that offers a unique perspective on the conflict and the people who fought in it.This is a new release of the original 1929 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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For the reader seeking a more personal view of the Anglo-Boer War. Author came from a prominent Afrikaans family and fought in the war as did his father and brothers. Well written and interesting.
