Second Boer War

The Second Boer War (1899-1902) was a conflict between the British Empire and two Boer republics—the South African Republic and the Orange Free State—in what is now South Africa. The Boers, descended from Dutch settlers, sought independence, while Britain aimed to control the region’s valuable resources, especially gold and diamonds. The war involved guerrilla tactics and harsh tactics like concentration camps. Ultimately, Britain defeated the Boers, annexed their territories, and established British control over South Africa, influencing the region's political landscape for years to come.