What major war affected Balfour's popularity?
Boer War
World War I
Crimean War
Napoleonic Wars
Answer
The Boer War, fought from 1899 to 1902, significantly impacted Balfour's popularity. The war, which involved British forces against Boer republics in South Africa, was highly controversial in Britain and led to widespread criticism of the government's handling of the conflict. Balfour, as Prime Minister at the time, faced intense scrutiny and public dissatisfaction, contributing to a decline in his popularity.
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