Politics & Government

Independence Declaration of the Orange Free State

The independence of the Orange Free State from the British Empire was formally declared, establishing a new republic in Southern Africa. This declaration followed a series of negotiations and conflicts, leading to the establishment of self-rule for the area's Boer settlers. The Orange Free State became recognized for its own government and societal structures. This declaration symbolized a desire for autonomy and self-determination among the Afrikaner population in the region.

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