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The Fifth of November

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November 12th 2008
“Remember, remember, the 5th of November…”, begins a popular English tale celebrating the capture of the legendary Guy (Guido) Fawkes, who in 1605 attempted to blow up the House of Lords, Parliament with numerous barrels of gunpowder. The 5th of November is widely celebrated in the UK and all of her old colonies, including, here, in South Africa. After speaking to many people about why the ... read more

Africa » South Africa » Western Cape » Cape Town » West Beach

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After the British seized the Cape of Good Hope area in 1806, many of the Dutch settlers (the Boers) trekked north to found their own republics. The discovery of diamonds (1867) and gold (1886) spurred wealth and immigration and intensified the subjug... ... read more