Statements (106)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
4
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Battle_of_Laing's_Nek
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| gptkbp:aftermath |
increased tensions in the region
Increased British military presence in the region. increased British military presence in the region Increased tensions between British and Zulu. |
| gptkbp:analysis |
studied in military academies
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| gptkbp:casualties |
British: 200
Zulu: 500 |
| gptkbp:combatant |
gptkb:British_Empire
gptkb:Monarch |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:King_Cetshwayo
gptkb:Lieutenant_Colonel_Henry_Pulleine gptkb:Lieutenant_General_Lord_Chelmsford British commanders Zulu commanders |
| gptkbp:conflict |
strategic advantage for British forces
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| gptkbp:consequences |
Influenced British policy in South Africa.
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired literature and film
Portrayed in literature and film. Disruption of Zulu military organization. Influenced British views on imperialism. Shift in Zulu societal structure. |
| gptkbp:cultural_references |
Mentioned in various historical novels.
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| gptkbp:cultural_representation |
depicted in films
depicted in novels |
| gptkbp:date |
January 5, 1879
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| gptkbp:depicted_in |
historical documentaries
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| gptkbp:documentary |
Featured in documentaries about the Anglo-Zulu War.
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| gptkbp:followed_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_Hlobane
gptkb:Battle_of_Khambula |
| gptkbp:historical_context |
varied perspectives on colonialism
Varied perspectives on colonialism. part of colonial expansion in Africa varied perspectives on military strategy Part of the colonial expansion of the British Empire. |
| gptkbp:historical_debate |
interpretations of Zulu resistance
interpretations of British tactics Interpretations of British tactics. |
| gptkbp:historical_documentation |
Chronicled by war correspondents.
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| gptkbp:historical_event |
British military archives
Zulu oral histories Kept in military archives. |
| gptkbp:historical_impact |
Boosted morale among British troops.
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| gptkbp:historical_significance |
demonstrated British military tactics
Demonstrated the effectiveness of British military tactics. |
| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
Battle of Vaal Krantz
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| gptkbp:impact |
local populations
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
previous colonial conflicts
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| gptkbp:involved_forces |
Estimated 10,000 warriors.
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| gptkbp:is_celebrated_in |
Occasional reenactments held.
Annual remembrance ceremonies. memorials in South Africa Books written about the battle. Commemorative plaques in South Africa. |
| gptkbp:key_figures |
Colonel Henry Pulleine.
General Sir Garnet Wolseley. |
| gptkbp:landscape |
hilly and rugged
Hilly and rugged. |
| gptkbp:legacy |
part of Zulu War history
Influenced future military engagements in Africa. |
| gptkbp:location |
Vaal Krantz, South Africa
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| gptkbp:military_branch |
gptkb:Zulu_warriors
gptkb:24th_Regiment_of_Foot Zulu regiments. 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment of Foot. Approximately 4,000 troops. |
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
conventional warfare
land battle defensive positions Use of artillery by British forces. Zulu reliance on close combat. |
| gptkbp:military_technology |
rifled muskets
traditional Zulu weapons |
| gptkbp:notable_battle |
Studied in military academies.
Importance of reconnaissance. Need for better supply lines. |
| gptkbp:outcome |
relief of Rorke's Drift
temporary halt of Zulu advances Consolidation of British control over Natal. |
| gptkbp:part_of |
gptkb:Second_Anglo-Zulu_War
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| gptkbp:preceded_by |
gptkb:Battle_of_Isandlwana
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| gptkbp:primary_source |
historical analyses
military reports Historical analyses and books. Military reports and diaries. |
| gptkbp:public_perception |
Mixed views on colonial warfare.
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| gptkbp:related_event |
gptkb:Battle_of_Rorke's_Drift
gptkb:Battle_of_Ulundi Battle of Rorke's Drift. Battle of Ulundi. |
| gptkbp:reports_to |
Limited information on Zulu movements.
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| gptkbp:result |
British victory
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| gptkbp:significance |
part of the campaign to relieve the besieged garrison at Rorke's Drift
Part of the conflict between British forces and Zulu warriors. |
| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
temporary control of the area
British tactical success disruption of Zulu forces Control of the Zulu territory. To secure a route into Zululand. |
| gptkbp:tactics |
flanking maneuvers
Defensive positions by British forces. Flanking maneuvers by Zulu warriors. |
| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
rainy and muddy
Rainy and muddy. |