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A child-friendly, illustrated book that tells the story of the South African War of 1899–1902 from the perspective of children, based on historical research. It is available in Afrikaans, Sesotho, and English, and aims to introduce young readers to the war in an accessible and engaging way.

Who it is for:

children, parents, teachers, and educational institutions

How to act on it:

Visit the online shop page and purchase the book

This is a children's educational book about the Anglo-Boer War (1899–1902), written in Afrikaans, English, and Sesotho. It teaches children about the war and its impact on South Africans in an age-appropriate way, focusing on the experiences of women and children.

Who it is for:

children, Afrikaans speakers, English speakers, Sesotho speakers, MaAforika Borwa

How to act on it:

Add the book to the shopping basket on the website

This publication explores the experiences of both Black and White prisoners of war during the South African War (1899–1902), including lesser-known stories of the Agterryers—Black and Coloured military auxiliaries who fought on the Republican Forces side. It features photos of camp life and handmade items created by prisoners to cope with separation from their families.

Who it is for:

members of the public interested in South African military history, researchers, students, and readers of Afrikaans, English, and Sesotho

How to act on it:

Add the item to the shopping basket on the museum’s online shop

This publication explores the experiences of Black and White prisoners of war during the Anglo-Boer War (1899–1902), including photos from the camps and handmade items created by prisoners. It highlights lesser-known stories of Agterryers—Black and Coloured men who fought for the Republic forces—and their hardships while held in distant camps.

Who it is for:

members of the public interested in South African military history, especially the Anglo-Boer War

How to act on it:

Select quantity and add to basket on the museum’s online shop