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Boer War, First (Tranasvaal Revolt)

Years: 1880 - 1881

The First Boer War (Dutch: Eerste Boerenoorlog, Afrikaans: Eerste Vryheidsoorlog, literally First Freedom War) also known as the First Anglo-Boer War or the Transvaal War, is fought from December 16, 1880 until March 23, 1881.

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