Statements (110)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instance_of |
gptkb:battle
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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:combat_history |
Studied in military academies.
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| gptkbp:combatant |
gptkb:British_Empire
gptkb:Zulu_Kingdom |
| gptkbp:commander |
gptkb:King_Cetshwayo
gptkb:Lieutenant_Colonel_Henry_Pulleine gptkb:Lieutenant_General_Lord_Chelmsford |
| gptkbp:commemoration |
Occasional reenactments held.
Annual remembrance ceremonies. memorials in South Africa Books written about the battle. |
| gptkbp:consequences |
Influenced British policy in South Africa.
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| gptkbp:cultural_impact |
inspired literature and film
Portrayed in literature and film. |
| 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 |
part of colonial expansion in Africa
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_interpretation |
varied perspectives on colonialism
Varied perspectives on colonialism. varied perspectives on military strategy |
| gptkbp:historical_records |
British military archives
Zulu oral histories Kept in military archives. |
| 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:impact_on_british |
Boosted morale among British troops.
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| gptkbp:impact_on_british_culture |
Influenced British views on imperialism.
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| gptkbp:impact_on_zulu |
Disruption of Zulu military organization.
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| gptkbp:impact_on_zulu_culture |
Shift in Zulu societal structure.
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| gptkbp:influenced_by |
previous colonial conflicts
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| gptkbp:key_figures |
Colonel Henry Pulleine.
General Sir Garnet Wolseley. |
| gptkbp:legacy |
part of Zulu War history
Influenced future military engagements in Africa. |
| gptkbp:location |
Vaal Krantz, South Africa
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| gptkbp:memorials |
Commemorative plaques in South Africa.
|
| gptkbp:military_engagement |
conventional warfare
land battle |
| gptkbp:military_leadership |
British commanders
Zulu commanders |
| gptkbp:military_lessons |
Importance of reconnaissance.
Need for better supply lines. |
| gptkbp:military_outcome |
strategic advantage for British forces
|
| gptkbp:military_strategy |
defensive positions
Use of artillery by British forces. Zulu reliance on close combat. |
| gptkbp:military_technology |
rifled muskets
traditional Zulu weapons |
| gptkbp:military_unit |
gptkb:Zulu_warriors
gptkb:24th_Regiment_of_Foot Zulu regiments. 1st Battalion, 24th Regiment of Foot. Approximately 4,000 troops. |
| 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_goals |
temporary control of the area
British tactical success To secure a route into Zululand. |
| gptkbp:strategic_importance |
disruption of Zulu forces
Control of the Zulu territory. |
| gptkbp:tactics_used |
flanking maneuvers
Defensive positions by British forces. Flanking maneuvers by Zulu warriors. |
| gptkbp:terrain |
hilly and rugged
Hilly and rugged. |
| gptkbp:weather_conditions |
rainy and muddy
Rainy and muddy. |
| gptkbp:zulu_forces_strength |
Estimated 10,000 warriors.
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| gptkbp:bfsParent |
gptkb:Battle_of_Spion_Kop
gptkb:Siege_of_Ladysmith gptkb:the_Boer_War gptkb:Frederick_Kitchener gptkb:Edgar_Kitchener |
| gptkbp:bfsLayer |
5
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