Chapter 7

THE GENERALS OF THE WAR

Farmer-generals who were without military experience--A few who studied military matters--Leaders chosen by the Volksraad--Operating in familiar territory--Joubert's part in the campaign--His failure in Natal--His death and its influence--General Cronje, the Lion of Pochefstroom, and his career--General Botha and his work as successor of Joubert--Generals Meyer, De Wet, and De la Rey, with narratives concerning each.