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A compelling, firsthand look at the Basuto War and colonial policy decisions
This historical lecture offers a vivid account of how disarmament policy played out in Basutoland and the surrounding regions. It frames the Basuto War through the eyes of a government official who helped navigate a tense moment in South African history, balancing duty with the realities on the ground.
The book situates the aftermath of the 1877 war, explains the reasons behind the Peace Preservation Act of 1879, and traces the mixed response to arming and disarming Native tribes. It follows early actions in Basutoland, the reactions of key leaders, and the dramatic night-to-day shifts that defined the conflict, providing context for why certain actions were taken and how they were received.- Clear overview of the policy debates around arming and disarmament in the region
- Narrative-driven chronology of the Basuto War and key incidents
- Insights into leadership decisions and the challenges of frontier governance
- Historial detail drawn from a contemporary witness to events
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