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COMMANDER // 1837–1896

Nicolaas Smit

generalSouth Africa2 battles1 war

Lifespan

1837 – 1896

184018501860187018801890First Boer War · 1880-1881Battle of Schuinshoogte — February 8, 1881 · South African Republic · First Boer WarMajuba Hill — February 27, 1881 · South African Republic · First Boer War

Active service 1881 — 2 battles across 1 war; first command at age 44.

Profile

Nicolaas Jacobus Smit was a Boer general and politician. During the First Boer War, he led Boer forces to victory during the Battle of Majuba Hill. He served as Vice State President of the South African Republic from 1887 and served until his death.

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Battles (2)

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