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Canada and the South African War
Canada supported Britain in the South African War of 1899-1902, or the Boer War as it is commonly called, by sending volunteers and equipment to South Africa. It was the first time Canada officially sent troops to an overseas war. Learn more about the role Canada played in the South African War.
Georgina Fane Pope
PEI native Georgina Fane Pope went as a nursing sister with the first Canadian volunteer force to South Africa in 1899. She did a second tour in South Africa in 1902, and later became the first Canadian Army Nursing Matron.
Canada and the South African War
Detailed information on Canada in the South African War, including battles, Canadian units, weapons and maps. From the Canadian War Museum.
South African War - 105th Anniversary
Summary of Canada and the South African War on the 105th anniversary of the end of the war. From Veterans Affairs Canada.
South African War Book of Remembrance
The South African War Book of Remembrance remembers the 267 Canadians who gave their lives for Canada in the South African War.
Anglo Boer War Museum
The Anglo Boer War Museum in Bloemfontein, South Africa is a useful source of information on the South African War.
Canadian Units in the South African War
Profiles of the Canadian units which served in the South African War and their roles. From the Canadian War Museum.
Sir Wilfrid Laurier
Profile of Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Prime Minister of Canada during the South African War.
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Speech on the South African War
Speech given by Prime Minister Sir Wilfrid Laurier on March 13, 1900 on the South African War. From First Among Equals.
Victoria Crosses for Canadians in the South African War
Brief profiles of the Canadians who won Victoria Crosses in the South African War. From Veterans Affairs Canada.