Historical Events tagged with "zimbabwe"
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Matabeleland Grants Rudd Concession to Rhodes
On this day, leaders of Matabeleland, particularly King Lobengula, granted the Rudd Concession to agents of Cecil Rhodes. This concession allowed for mineral exploration and the establishment of British control over Zimbabwean resources. The agreement was significant in the expansion of British colonial interests in southern Africa and set the stage for increased tensions with local communities.
Continue ReadingDavid Livingstone Discovers Victoria Falls
David Livingstone became the first European to see the breathtaking Victoria Falls, known by the locals as Mosi-oa-Tunya, in present-day Zambia and Zimbabwe. He first glimpsed the falls while exploring the Zambezi River, driven by his desire to find a route to the interior of Africa. Livingstone described the falls as one of the most beautiful spectacles he had ever witnessed, marveling at the immense volume of water that cascaded down the cliffs. His encounter with this natural wonder marked a significant moment in the exploration of Africa.
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