The mineral revolution Flashcards

1
Q

Where was gold discovered

A
  • in 1886

- in Witwatersrand (Gauteng)

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2
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What did Britain want to do

A

-strengthen their postion SA

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3
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How did Britain strengthen their position

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  • had to dispossess the remaining African independent kingdoms
  • the Xhosa were defeated in 1878
  • the Pedi were defeated in 1878
  • the Zulu were defeated in 1879
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