A Long and Illustrious History
The "Boer War" was fought in which country?
AIndia
BCanada
CAustralia
DSouth Africa ✓
Answer & explanation
The correct answer is South Africa.
The Boer War (1899–1902) was fought in South Africa. The British fought against settlers of Dutch origin called the Boers. It made people question Britain's role in the Empire.
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