The discovery of gold in Transvaal contributed to the start of:
A. the Anglo-Boer War
B. World War II
C. World War I
D. the Peloponnesian War
Answer (3)
The discovery of gold was in fact a precursor to the Anglo-Boer war in 1895. Then in 1899 the actual war started and lasted 3 years, with the Boers losing to Britains scorched earth and blockade strategy.
the Anglo-Boer War ;
The discovery of gold in the Transvaal in 1886 led to an increased British interest in the region, causing tensions with the Boer population that ultimately contributed to the outbreak of the Anglo-Boer War in 1899. The war marked a significant conflict between British forces and Boer settlers over control of the valuable mineral resources. Therefore, the correct answer is A. the Anglo-Boer War.
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