The Yukon beacon dims and a fresh flare ignites in Africa. The Boers, proud and unbending, challenge the British Crown by demanding independence. War is imminent. A clarion call sounds to arms throughout the Empire. Four denizens of Dawson city set out to play their part in the coming conflict. Major Craven returns to fight for Queen and country, Fergal Boyle joins theIrish Brigade, and Aileen and Greta volunteer as nurses, caring for the wounded of both sides. The effect of this was is devasting, physically and mentally. All risk scarring, maimling or death.
