EPISODE · Sep 14, 2026 · 10 MIN

Second Boer War: A Shock to Imperial Confidence

from The Proper British History Podcast: Kings, Queens, Wars, Empire, Politics, Revolutions, Royalty and the Historical Great Britain · host Podily

Exploring the 1899‑1902 conflict in South Africa, this episode examines why Britain's unexpected defeat at the Second Boer War shattered Victorian expectations of imperial dominance. From gold‑field ambitions and political divisions over the uitlander vote to the brutal scorched‑earth campaign and concentration camps, we piece together how military setbacks and humanitarian scandals forced Britain to rethink its strategy and its self‑image. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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