Battle of Boomplaats
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The Battle of Boomplaats (also referred to as the Battle of Boomplaas) was fought near Jagersfontein at 29°50′53.47″S 25°38′56.54″E on 29 August 1848 between the British and the Voortrekkers. The British were led by Sir Harry Smith,[1] while the Boers were led by Andries Pretorius. The British were victorious after one Boer opened fire too early and betrayed their position.
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Part of the Great Trek | |||||||
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United Kingdom | Boers | ||||||
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Sir Harry Smith | Andries Pretorius | ||||||
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1,200 | 300-500 | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
22 | 7 |
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