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Proclamation of Griqualand West
- When
- 27 October 1871
- Where
- Griqualand West Colony
British authorities proclaimed the diamond fields as the Griqualand West Colony on 27 October 1871, ending the Klipdrift Republic.
The proclamation included territory claimed by the Transvaal. This action was accepted by factions who had implored the British Empire to impose authority. The event marked the transition from the independent Klipdrift Republic to British colonial administration. Joseph Millerd Orpen served as Commissioner from 27 October 1871.
Sources
- Griqualand West Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-22
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