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THE FALL OF PRETORIA, JUNE 1900
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These Memoirs try to fill the gap in MACH activity during the Covid 19 pandemic. Here we look at Pretoria 120 years ago when its citizens were also facing despair and uncertainty about their future.

THE FALL OF PRETORIA, JUNE 1900

In May 1900, Lord Roberts of Kandahar, Commander-in-Chief of the British Forces, was poised to culminate his illustrious military career by marching triumphantly into his enemy’s capital city and concluding the... Read more

The Magaliesberg by Vincent Carruthers
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This book is a valuable source of information about the Magaliesberg for the visitor, including the history of man in the area; from archaeological evidence thousands of years ago, to the battles fought between different groups in more recent times. The portrayal of humankind’s history in the Magaliesberg is fascinating, but it does not dominate the book to the detriment of environmental issues. The extensive descriptions of the fauna and flora of the area inspire the reader to consider the...
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