Battle of Boomplaats

The Battle of Boomplaats (also referred to as the Battle of Boomplaas) was fought near Jagersfontein at 29°50′53.47″S 25°38′56.54″E on 29 August 1848 between the British and the Voortrekkers. The British were led by Sir Harry Smith, while the Boers were led by Andries Pretorius. The British were victorious after one Boer opened fire too early and betrayed their position.

Battle of Boomplaats
Part of the Great Trek

Battle of Boomplaats
Date29 August 1848
Location
near the Orange River
Result British victory
Belligerents
 United Kingdom Boers
Commanders and leaders
Sir Harry Smith Andries Pretorius
Strength
1,200 300-500
Casualties and losses
22 7
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