Australia, Boer War Contingents

All records include a transcript with the following information:

• Full name

• Birth place

• Enlistment place

• Contingent

• Rank

• Notes

• State

Some abbreviations to be aware of as you look through these records:

• Chapman / ISO – Place codes used for places outside South Australia
• DCM – Distinguished Conduct Medal
• DSO – Distinguished Service Order
• KIA – Killed in Action
• POW – Prisoner of War
• [?] - Unconfirmed

The Second Boer War lasted from 11 October 1899 until 31 May 1902. It was fought between the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and the South African Republic and the Orange Free State. As part of the British war effort, troops were gathered from various colonies of the British Empire, including Australia.

Australia sent eight contingents comprising around 15,000 men and women.

Over 600 Australians died during the conflict.