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Proclamation of the Diggers' Republic

When
1870
Where
Klipdrift
Part of
Diggers' Republic proclaimed at Klipdrift

Diamond miners proclaimed the 'Diggers' Republic' at Klipdrift in 1870, with Stafford Parker as president.

The 'Diggers' Republic' was proclaimed at Klipdrift by diamond miners in 1870. Stafford Parker served as president. The town was renamed Parkerton in honor of Stafford Parker before colonial rule was extended there.

Sources

  1. Barkly West Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-15

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