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Proclamation of Griqualand West Colony
- When
- 1873
- Where
- Griqualand West
Griqualand West was proclaimed as a British colony in 1873, with Kimberley as its capital, amidst competing territorial claims.
The territory was declared British in 1873, following earlier proclamations in 1871. Claims from the Griqua, Orange Free State, and migrant diggers created a complex legal environment. Southey's administration began in this contested context, with the capital established at Kimberley.
Sources
- Griqualand West Wikipedia, revision of 2026-06-22
- Richard Southey (colonial administrator) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-04-25
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