Second Boer War (2nd stage)

Who led the British during the second stage of the Boer War?

Field Marshall Roberts - Bobs

What important achievement signified the second stage?

The relieving of each town

When was Ladysmith relieved?

28th February 1900

When was Kimberley relieved?

15th February 1900

When was Mafeking relieved?

17th May 1900

What was Roberts’ main tactic that differed from Buller?

Outflanking

What was Roberts’ military experience?

Fought in the Second Afghan War, Abyssinia and was Commander-in-Chief in India

How many British soldiers were fighting, including Empire soldiers?

500,000 men

Who led the battle of Tugela Heights?

General Buller

Who led the relief on Mafeking?

Colonel Baden-Powell

What did Roberts start which Kitchener would later expand on?

Blockhouses and scorched earth

What illness kills 1000 men in February/March?

Typhoid

What does stage 2 end?

Largescale conflict

What age was Roberts by the war?

68

How long was Mafeking under siege?

217 days

What would Baden-Powell do for the public while attempting to relieve Mafeking?

Send out messages, organise cricket matches, shout imaginary orders

What did Baden-Powell do with his soldiers and against the Boers while relieving Mafeking?

Lay fake landmines, simulate walking over barbed wire, send soldiers dressed as women to fetch water

What was the public response to the relief of Mafeking?

Great joy and excitement - patriotic