Which conflict (1899–1902) saw the British Empire fight Dutch-descended settlers for control of gold and diamond-rich lands in South Africa?
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Correct answer: The Anglo-Boer War
The Anglo-Boer War was a brutal conflict that saw the British use scorched-earth tactics and concentration camps against Boer civilians. The British victory eventually led to the formation of the Union of South Africa.
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