Over 7,000 Canadians volunteered to fight in which war between 1899 and 1902?
Answer: The South African War (Boer War).
Over 7,000 Canadians volunteered to fight in the South African War (1899-1902), popularly known as the Boer War, and over 260 died. In 1900 Canadians took part in the battles of Paardeberg and Lillefontein.
All answer choices
- The South African War (Boer War). (correct answer)
- The First World War.
- The Korean War.
- The Crimean War.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our History study guide.
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