Australian Regiment (1899–1900)
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The Australian Regiment was a regiment of troops from the Australian colonies that served in the Second Boer War. It began its existence as infantry but was soon mounted due to the conditions of the war.
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Australian Regiment | |
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Active | 26 November 1899 – 7 April 1900 |
Country | |
Allegiance | British Empire |
Type | Infantry (Mounted Infantry from December 1899) |
Engagements | Second Boer War |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | John Hoad |
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