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Paardekraal Monument to the Independence of Transvaal
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Paardekraal Monument to the Independence of Transvaal
The Paardekraal Monument, erected by the Boers at Krugersdorp after they took a vow to free Transvaal from the clutches of the British Empire (a wish fulfilled during the First Anglo-Boer War of 1880-1881). Unveiled by President Paul Kruger on 16th December 1891. Date: circa 1905
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Boer Boers Independence Kruger Krugersdorp Obelisk Plinth Southern Transvaal
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This evocative photograph captures the Paardekraal Monument, a historic landmark in South Africa's rich and complex history. The monument, located in Krugersdorp, was erected by the Boers in 1891 to commemorate their vow to free the Transvaal Province from British rule during the First Anglo-Boer War of 1880-1881. The Boers, also known as the Afrikaners or Zulus, were a group of Dutch and French settlers who established the South African Republic, also known as the Transvaal Republic, in the late 19th century. The monument, which takes the form of an obelisk atop a plinth, stands proudly against the backdrop of the African savannah. At its base, an inscription reads "On this spot the Boers of Transvaal took the oath of independence from the British Empire on the 16th December 1891." The monument was unveiled by President Paul Kruger, a prominent Boer leader and statesman, on the anniversary of this momentous occasion. The photograph, taken circa 1905, provides a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of political upheaval and nationalist fervor. The image of the monument, with its imposing height and solidity, serves as a testament to the determination and resilience of the Boer people in their quest for independence. Today, the Paardekraal Monument remains an important symbol of South African history and a reminder of the country's diverse and complex past.
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