dec 29, 1895 - The Jameson Raid
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The Jameson Raid was an attempt by Cecil Rhodes and Dr. Jameson to overthrow the Boer government in Transvaal. They wanted to make it easier for Britain to take control, but the raid failed. The Boers captured Jameson and his men.
This event created bad feelings between the British and the Boers, leading to the Second Boer War.
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