The First Boer War (David vs. Goliath)

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2 жыл бұрын

Here Dave visits the pivotal events associated with the First Boer War and discusses the two main firearms used by the unlikely victors, the Boers.
You can purchase any of the three books in the Carvings from the Veldt series here: www.boerwarriflecarvings.net
Or you can purchase from these suppliers in a country near you to save on freight costs!:
USA: Leo Hamel in California: leo@leohamel.com
UK: Jeremy Tenniswood in Colchester: info@militaria.co.uk
Germany: Ulrich Sander, US Books: info@usbooks.de
South Africa: Sue Hahn in Cape Town: suehahn5050@gmail.com
New Zealand: Neil Reed in Whangarei (part 2 only): nzreeds@xtra.co.nz
Australia: Books on War in Brisbane: admin@booksonwaraustralia.com

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@petercollingwood522 2 ай бұрын

I know Dave is not active on the channel any more but I'm going to comment anyway. I am from Durban, South Africa, and my family used to visit relatives in Pretoria every December holiday when I was a kid. I remember seeing Majuba many times from the backseat of our car as we traveled up the N1 between Durban and Johannesburg. So I knew about the first Anglo Boer war from an early age. However, I've never seen such a well researched and presented video on it as this one. I learned much more about it in the last 20 minutes watching than I'd ever known before in my life. A fantastic effort on Daves part. However. I'm going to throw out there for anybody who chances upon this and might be interested that this was not in fact the 1st Anglo Boer War. It was the 2nd. The 1st was the conflict that took place in 1842 entirely within the bounday of what is today the city of Durban. It didnt' last as long as this conflict, nor the 3rd Anglo Boer War 1899 - 1902, but it was none the less the first actual clash of arms between the Boers and the British and now essentially completely forgotten.

@waltercorbett3415 2 жыл бұрын

Undoubtedly the finest accounts of the Boer War I have ever seen on youtube! Brilliant storytelling filled with rare facts. I am amazed at the Boer nations' history and how it parallels with that of the USA.

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Walter, Greetings and so many thanks for your very kind comments. Collecting and researching these historic Boer War weapons is a passion of mine. I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed the videos. Thank you for watching. Cheers, Dave G.

@noahcount7132 2 жыл бұрын

An absolutely fascinating story, Dave, enhanced by the two very interesting firearms that you featured. Your presentations are solid gold, and are deserving of far more views than they tend to receive.

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Noah, Thanks for watching and I am glad you 'Enjoyed' the story. Yes, I do like the two Westley Richards short rifles - I agree they are both interesting pieces. Thanks for your comments. . Cheers, Dave G.

@stephenhunt2806 2 жыл бұрын

Hi David, thanks for this excellent description of the 1st ABW. As you say a largely forgotten campaign and given our dismal performance it's easy to see why. I'm not aware of any memorials to this war in the UK, however, if you or any subscribers are aware, then please let me know. I have a couple of books on Majuba (Osprey campaign) and one by John Laband and a small book on the Siege of Potchestroom. Which book are the maps from? In 1968 the film "Majuba Hill of Doves" was released in South Africa. It can still be seen on KZfaq and even though about two thirds of it is in Afrikaans, you can still get the general drift of it. Hope that you are enjoying your retirement!

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Stephen, I appreciate your kind words and am pleased that you enjoyed the video. I am not aware of any monuments in the UK (but have not done a search either). The first map (in Afrikaans) is from Breytenbach's History of the Boer War - it has wonderful maps. I also recommend reading the book by Oliver Ransford , titled 'the Battle of Majube Hill'. Cheers, Dave g.

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Stephen, I forgot to mention that the other maps shown (Ingogo and Majuba etc) were ex the internet. Cheers, Dave G.

@stephenhunt2806 2 жыл бұрын

@@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 Hi David, thanks, for this. I think that Breytenbach's book will be beyond my Afrikaans which I last learned in 1968! I will check out Ransford book though. I visited Ormskirk, about 10 miles from me last week and took some photos from an interesting 2ABW memorial which I will email you later. Hope that you are well. Stephen

@madtrapperofmudcreek9183 2 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed that story very much thank you for all the research you did

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Randy, Thanks for watching and I am pleased that you 'Enjoyed' the story. Thanks for your kind comments. Cheers, Dave G.

@scotttomlinson1057 2 жыл бұрын

Great history! Please continue the stories. Very much enjoy the rifles and the medals. Really splendid show. We may be on the other side of the world but certainly enjoy what you have accomplished. Best to you from Lillington NC USA!

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Scott, Thank you for watching, and for your kind comments. I am pleased that you 'enjoyed' the story. Best wishes from 'Down Under' in Aussie-land. Cheers, Dave g.

@antrog1895 2 жыл бұрын

Wow what a story. Interesting that nearly all the characters have a photo to accompany them. Amazing Cairn picture. The evolution of the rifle is interesting- I’ve never seen the little paper slug before. Great work Dave keep em coming. Cheers 🍺👍

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Ant, Thanks for your continued support and glad you enjoyed the story. My editor friend is very good at 'digging up' old photos to enhance the story. The cairn of stones was one of them. Yes, the "Monkey Tail" was VERY popular and widely used by the Boers. It is indeed an interesting development of the rifle. Cheers, Dave G.

@paulwheble3690 2 жыл бұрын

Great story-telling, thank you very much

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Paul, Thanks for watching and I am glad you 'Enjoyed' the story. Thanks for your kind comments. Cheers, Dave G.

@Shack01 2 жыл бұрын

Always excited when these come out

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, Thanks for watching and I am pleased that you 'Enjoy' my stories. Cheers, Dave G.

@Shack01 2 жыл бұрын

@@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 been watching from start Sir, i communicated wjrh you before, im great grandson of Cmndt Genrl Sarel eloff , thanks for the work you do sir

@carvingsfromtheveldt5945 2 жыл бұрын

@@Shack01 Hi there, Yes, I do remember your comment after I posted the video about one of my Boer Mausers named to P. Eloff (a lovely carving). I am pretty sure he was related to Sarel Eloff. I have read of Sarel's exploits at Mafeking. Groete, Dave G.