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Treaty of Alliance

When
1843
Where
British Cape Colony
Part of
Basutoland becomes a British protectorate

Moshoeshoe I signed a treaty with Cape Colony Governor Sir George Napier, recognizing the Basuto as British allies.

In 1843, Moshoeshoe I, having accumulated significant military resources, signed a treaty with Sir George Napier, the governor of the British Cape Colony. This agreement formally recognized the Basuto as allies of the British, establishing a diplomatic relationship based on mutual recognition of authority.

Sources

  1. Moshoeshoe I Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-30

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