Course Description

HI464* The Boer War: New Approaches, Dimensions and Interpretations 1.0

This course probes recent reappraisals of the Boer War (South African War) of 1899-1902. Issues include the origins of the war and its consequences, the nature of military operations, the concentration camps, African involvement, the participation of dominion forces (especially Canadian), and international reaction to the conflict. Questions relating to race, gender, identity, image-making and experience during the war are also considered. {IR/G} {C/S}

Official electronic version updated at 10:33 a.m. March 31, 2005

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