South Africa

Section: South Africa

Battle of Colenso, Second Boer War, Irish units on both Sides of the Conflict

Battle of Colenso, Second Boer War, Irish units on both Sides of the Conflict

The Battle of Colenso, which took place during the Second Boer War (1899-1902), is notable for the involvement of Irish soldiers on both sides of the conflict.

December 15, 1899