On This Day: The Battle of Elands River during the Second Boer War ends after a 13-day siege... (1900)

On August 16, 1900: The Battle of Elands River during the Second Boer War ends after a 13-day siege is lifted by the British. The battle had begun when a force of between 2,000 and 3,000 Boers had surrounded a force of 500 Australians, Rhodesians, Canadians and British soldiers at a supply dump at Brakfontein Drift.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.