Report of the Select Committee of the Legislative Council on the Lands in Namaqualand Set Apart for the Occupation of Natives and Others - Softcover

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9780243169252: Report of the Select Committee of the Legislative Council on the Lands in Namaqualand Set Apart for the Occupation of Natives and Others

Synopsis

This book delves into the allocation of land in Namaqualand to aboriginal and mixed-race communities and religious missions during the 19th century. It examines the colonial policies and legal frameworks that governed land distribution, drawing on official documents, evidence from the time, and historical context. The author analyzes the conditions under which land was granted, including the rights of the occupants and stipulations for occupation. The book provides valuable insights into the historical treatment of land rights for indigenous peoples and the impact of colonial rule on their traditional lands and ways of life, offering a deeper understanding of the complexities of land tenure in South Africa.

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9780267461080: Report of the Select Committee of the Legislative Council on the Lands in Namaqualand Set Apart for the Occupation of Natives and Others (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0267461089 ISBN 13:  9780267461080
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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