The Cullinan II Diamond: History and Major Facts
The Cullinan II diamond, often referred to as the “Second Star of Africa,” is a marvel of gemological history, embodying not just the opulence and grandeur of the British Crown...
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What was the Orange Free State?
The Orange Free State, a historical Boer state in southern Africa, offers a fascinating study in colonial dynamics, cultural identity, and conflict resolution. Established in the early 19th century, it...
Second Boer War (1899-1902): History, Major Causes, Phases, Concentration Camps, & Outcome
Also known as the South African War or the Anglo-Boer War, the Second Boer War was an absolutely brutal war fought between Great Britain (The British Empire) and two Boer...
First Boer War (1880–1881): History, Causes, and Effects
The First Boer War, which has many other names in history, including the Transvaal Rebellion, the Transvaal War, the First Transvaal War of Independence, and the First Anglo-Boer War, was...
Shaka Zulu: History, Military Tactics & Facts
Shaka was the famous king of the Zulu Empire (i.e. Zululand) in southeastern Africa. His reign, which lasted from 1816 to around 1828, witnessed unprecedented growth and expansion of the...
