The Battle of Vaalkrans 5-7 February 1900, by Steve Watt

The Battle of Vaalkrans 5-7 February 1900, by Steve Watt
The Battle of Vaalkrans 5-7 February 1900, by Steve Watt

Book published by Ravan Press in their 'Battles of the Anglo-Boer War' series in 1999, 44 pages. Paperback (N4543)

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From the rear side cover: With Ladysmith weakening daily, Buller made a third attempt to relieve the beleaguered town. inspired by his optimism, the British soldiers made an unusual feint attack on the weakly held Boer position, but although achieving a partial success, Buller failed to capitalise on it and ultimately abandoned the town...

The Battles of the Boer War series provides an accessible guide to some of the major campaigns, battles and battlefields of this historic conflict. The books are written for the general reader as well as for historians seeking fresh insights into the events leading up to, during and after the battles. The text is supported by contemporary accounts and photographs, some of which have never before been published. Specially commisioned maps show in detail the routes and dispositions of the opposing forces for each battle.

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