Boer War Flashcards
1
Q
What did Henri Bourassa strongly oppose
A
Military involvement
2
Q
Who sent troups overseas?
A
Prime minister Wilfred Laurier
3
Q
Where did the Boer War take place and who was it between
A
South Africa between Dutch Afrikaners and the British
4
Q
____ of volunteers fought alongside the British
A
Thousands
5
Q
____ Canadians traveled overseas to fight in war
A
First time
6
Q
When did the Boer War start and end
A
1899-1902
7
Q
How did Canadians feel about soldiers and their performance in war
A
-Sense of pride and Canadians developed self-confidence
-Criticism of British leadership
8
Q
Created a divide between French and Engliah Canadians due to…
A
Lack of support from French for British imperialism
