Zululand becomes a British colony
- When
- 1879
- Where
- Zululand
- Episodes
- 1
The supplied evidence attests only that a British force invaded Zululand in 1879, beginning the Anglo-Zulu War. The 1887 annexation of Zululand and its establishment as a British colony are not attested in the passages: no passage states that the annexation occurred, gives its date, or names Ulundi. The legacy row's 21 June 1887 date and Ulundi location therefore cannot be admitted.
Episodes
Background and detail
Background. The Anglo-Zulu War began in 1879 when a British force invaded Zululand. This conflict arose after Sir Henry Bartle Frere issued an ultimatum to King Cetshwayo in December 1878, demanding the disbandment of the Zulu army and acceptance of a British resident. The war resulted in the eventual establishment of British control over the region.
Regional Context. British colonial authority in Southern Africa was established through earlier conflicts, such as the annexation of Natalia in 1842 following wars with Boer settlers. The Zulu Kingdom, consolidated by Shaka in the 1810s, had previously ruled a wide expanse of Southern Africa, including the area that became Zululand.
People involved
- Sir Henry Bartle Frere · British colonial official who issued the ultimatum
- Cetshwayo · Zulu King
Sources
- Zulu Kingdom Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-01
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