Koos de la Rey Biography

De la Rey's Boer forces resist Hamilton's advance at Doornkop before withdrawing from the position.

Leads guerrilla operations in the western Transvaal.

De la Rey surrounds the Elands River post and subjects the garrison to sustained artillery and rifle fire.

De la Rey combines with Beyers to attack Clements's camp at Nooitgedacht and inflict a severe defeat.

De la Rey's commandos attack Dixon's column at Vlakfontein and temporarily capture British guns during the fighting.

De la Rey orders an attack on Kekewich's column near the Selons River at Moedwil.

De la Rey attacks a British convoy at Ysterspruit and captures large quantities of transport and supplies.

Captures Methuen during a major Boer success.

Is killed by police before the rebellion spreads.