The Dutch Afrikaners had the initial advantage of local territorial knowledge, which allowed them to launch successful surprise attacks against the British forces. The British had underestimated the strength and determination of the Afrikaner fighters and were caught off guard.

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During the Boer War

Question 45

Multiple Choice

During the Boer War:

A) the British were well prepared when war broke out in 1899.
B) the Dutch Afrikaners had the initial advantage of local territorial knowledge.
C) using Guerrilla tactics the war was quickly won by the Afrikaners.
D) hospital camps were set up to assist the local civilians.
E) the Afrikaners received continued support from local civilians.

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