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jan 1, 1795 - British settlement established in South Africa (1795)

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The British wanted to take advantage of South Africa's abundant resources, particularly gold and diamonds. Half a million immigrants from Europe moved to the area towards the end of the 19th century.

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jan 1, 1795
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~ 231 years ago