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Battle of Spion Kop

1900 • Natal Feldschlacht

Historical Overview

Disastrous British attempt to hold a hill; extreme carnage.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Decisive Boer victory.

Boer Republics

  • Commander: Louis Botha
  • Strength: ca. 6.000
  • Casualties: ca. 350

Kingdom of Great Britain

  • Commander: Charles Warren
  • Strength: ca. 11.000
  • Casualties: ca. 1.500

Strategic Context

Strategic hill for overseeing the route to Ladysmith.

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