Battle of Laing's Nek

January 28, 1881 · Battle site

Result Boer victory

Boer forces repelled a British attack on their positions at Laing's Nek in Natal. The defeat was one of several that led Britain to end the First Boer War.

South African Republic

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland

Strength and losses

Strength
2,000
Killed
14
Wounded
27

Also involved 1