National Party coming to Power Flashcards
When did the National Party come into power?
1948
List the 6 reasons that the National Party came into power and gained support.
- Afrikaner Nationalism
- Publishing
- Secret Society
- Politics
- Finance
- The Church
Who was the leader of the National Party in 1948?
D.F Malan
What does the word Afrikaans word ‘volk’ mean in English?
People
Due to the increasing Afrikaner nationalism, what idea grew for Afrikaners?
The idea of Afriakners as ‘volk’ with a distinc identity separate from other South Africans.
If there life in South Africa failed, did they have a mother country to go to?
No
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They were often called the W…. T…. of Africa
White Tribe
List 3 ways that Afrikaners were characterised by.
- Stern Christianity
- Extreme Racism
- Laager Mentality
Define ‘laager mentality’.
A defensive, hower valid the complaint, to circle around your own to protect them.
What was the name of the popular Afrikaner magazine?
Die Huisenoot
What was the intention of the popular Afrikaner magazine?
To reach ordinary Afrikaners living on isolated farms.
What was the name of the Afrikaner newspaper?
De Burger
What was the Broederbund? When was it formed? Where was it located?
1918
Johannesburg
A secrety society dedicated to uniting and supporting Afrikaners.
What was the aim of the Broederbund?
To ensure that Afrikaners were promoted.
When was the National Party formed?
1914
