18 mars 1889 - Upingtonia Independence
Description:
In 1885, Boers from he South African Republic [Transvaal] fled to southern Angola. After conflict with Portuguese colonial authorities, the Boers declared the Republic of Upingtonia.The State received recognition from Germany and most of the British Self-Governing Colonies in the region. Local British activities in Hereroland would lead to the Portuguese not acting against the minor country.
Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
18 mars 1889
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 136 ans