Analysis of British Tactical Adaptation as Related to Execution of Operations During the Boer War

Abstract

The early British involvement in the Boer War was wrought with failures. The ill preparedness of the British military, in terms of both equipment and training, allowed the Boer forces the advantage during the initial engagements of the conflict. The ultimate victory of the British forces was due to the eventual adoption of less traditional tactics and the employment of newer technology.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 2002
Accession Number
ADA407605

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People

  • Phillip J. Reiman

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

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  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Abstracts
  • Artillery
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Guns
  • Marine Corps
  • New York
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  • Small Arms
  • South Africa
  • Standards
  • Students
  • Terrain
  • Training
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapons

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  • History

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  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies