Episode 4 of 4

Renaming to Kimberley

When
5 July 1873
Where
Kimberley
Part of
New Rush diamond discovery and diamond rush at Kimberley

New Rush became Kimberley by a proclamation dated 5 July 1873, reflecting the town's growth and significance.

New Rush became Kimberley by a proclamation dated 5 July 1873. By 1873, Kimberley was the second-largest town in South Africa, with an approximate population of 40,000, highlighting the impact of the diamond rush.

Sources

  1. Kimberley, South Africa Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-08

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