About this item
Highlights
- This is the story of a Canadian victory during the Second Boer War (1899-1902).
- 104 Pages
- Juvenile Nonfiction, History
- Series Name: Canadians at War
Description
About the Book
This is the story of a Canadian victory during the Second Boer War (1899-1902). Canadians delivered the first major British triumph, which became the turning point of the conflict. It also awakened patriotism and national identity at home. The victory in a foreign land earned Canada recognition as a sovereign power.
Book Synopsis
This is the story of a Canadian victory during the Second Boer War (1899-1902). Canadians delivered the first major British triumph, which became the turning point of the conflict. It also awakened patriotism and national identity at home. The victory in a foreign land earned Canada recognition as a sovereign power.
Review Quotes
. . . Doing Canada Proud, by Canadian Forces officer and military historian Colonel Bernd Horn, is an informative introduction to the key events and issues of the first battle fought by the Royal Canadian Regiment in the South African War.
About the Author
Colonel Bernd Horn is an experienced Canadian Forces infantry officer and military educator. Dr. Horn has authored, co-authored, or edited more than 30 books, including Men of Steel and Battle Cries in the Wilderness. He lives in Kingston, Ontario.