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Beginning of Shelling
- When
- November 1899
- Where
- Mafeking
Boer forces began shelling Mafeking in November 1899, following the construction of defensive works in September.
The siege began in October 1899. Defensive works around Mafeking started on 19 September 1899. The shelling commenced in November 1899, as part of the ongoing siege operations. The town was equipped with trenches and gun emplacements to withstand the bombardment.
Sources
- Siege of Mafeking Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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