Cronje fights to death as armistice refused
General Cronje and his 8,000 to 12,000 Boers remain besieged at Paardeberg as British shells rain in and armistice requests are denied. Lord Kitchener orders continued resistance or unconditional surrender. Reports from London and Cape Town detail heavy losses, reinforcements, and a looming relief of Ladysmith as scenes of intense bombardment unfold.
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Canadian Regiments Praised by Field Marshal Roberts
From Ottawa Ontario February 22 His Excellency the Governor General received a telegram from Field Marshal Lord Roberts at Paardeberg Orange Free State praising the Canadian regiment for admirable service since arriving in South Africa. He notes heavy losses on February 18 and commends the conspicuous gallantry of Canadian companies, signing Roberts.
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Canadian reaction to South Africa war sparks mixed praise
Montreal reports London papers laud Canadian spirit in facing trials as Laurier and Topper cite imperial unity. Detroit notes sympathy for Modder River families while Toronto prepares a patriotic memorial. Ottawa lists Patriotic Fund totals at 125075 and confirms readiness to bolster garrison duties if asked.
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Fighting Macdonald Wounded as Boer War Battles Grow
London reports from South Africa detail severe wounding of General Macdonald and ongoing heavy action around Ladysmith. Churchill’s dispatch urges swift end to war and continuous reinforcement, while British forces push across the Nek and into Monte Christo area.
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Paardeberg Drift Battles Chronicle February notes
Paardeberg Drift reports from February 2 describe General Cronje’s night march from Magersfontein and the British enveloping maneuvers. British and Canadian forces engage, with heavy shelling and fire along both river banks. Casualties rise as laager defenses and kopje positions hold, while reports from London and Ottawa discuss expectations, reinforcements, and the looming Ladysmith relief.
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