This corps was raised towards the end of 1900, and was generally
employed on the defences of Johannesburg and of posts in the surrounding
district. They saw some skirmishing and some sharp attacks on posts,
but they were not in any big engagement, and had few opportunities of
gaining distinction. The corps remained on service till the end of the
war.
The Rand Rifles Mine Guards helped to protect the goldmines against
destruction.
The following Mention was gained:—
LORD KITCHENER'S DESPATCH: 8th March 1902.—Private P N Maskell, promoted
Corporal by Commander-in-Chief for distinguished conduct in defence of post
at Brakpan, February 5, when 5 men repulsed 49 Boers.
