3. Why did the Second Boer War Start in 1899? Flashcards
How did British imperialist desires about South Africa clash with Boer views?
British imperialists sought a unification of the whole of South Africa under British flag, however Boers wanted independence
What discovery in 1886 further compounded Britain’s desires of a unification of South Africa?
The discovery of gold in the Transvaal
What did inhabitants of the South Africa Republic see Uitlander’s (newcomers) as?
A threat to their independence
Who did the Kruger government place restrictions on?
The Uitlander’s political freedom in favour of the Boers
Which two people were appointed by the British which worsened the situation in South Africa?
Chamberlin appointed to colonial office
Sir Alfred Milner made British High Commissioner
What did Chamberlin and Milner both want?
They were both imperialists who wanted to unite South Africa under the British flag
What was a major embarrassment for the British government in 1895-6?
The Jameson Raid where Rhodes led 600 men with hope of starting uprising in Transvaal and failed
Affect of Jameson Raid on Britain-Boer relations
Led to uneasy peace between Britain and the Boers
What did the government of South Africa use an ultimatum to do on 9th October 1899?
Called British for removal of all imperial troops from South Africa
Political causes of the Boer War: Jameson Raid
Embarrassment for Britain which increased Boer determination to seek independence
Political causes of Boer War: Transvaal
Growing British prestige and power in Transvaal
Political causes for Boer War: South Africa
Quest for a ‘British Confederation’ in South Africa
Economic causes of Boer War: Transvaal
Gold discovered in 1886 had significant value
Economic causes of Boer War: Boers
Imposed tariffs on British
Social causes of Boer War: Uitlander’s
Protection of their rights
