CHAPTER X.. Boer Women in the War

BOER WOMEN IN THE WAR

Boer women's glorious heritage--Their part in the political arena before the war--Urged the men to fight for their independence--Assisting their embarrassed government in furnishing supplies to the army--Helping the poor, the wounded, and the prisoners--Sending relatives back to the ranks--Women taking part in battles--Asking the Government for permission to fight.