Visit with Dreyfus at Villemarie Reveals Hope and Resolve
Former Captain Alfred Dreyfus speaks with his brother Matthieu at Villemarie after release from Rennes. He describes suffering, his refusal to die, and determination to regain honor for his wife and family, while planning to stay in France and educate his children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hue
Alfred Dreyfus
Villemarie
Rennes
Chilten
Matthies Dreyfus
Dev
Hhareh Volow
America
Dreyfus
France
Hilmarie
Delgine
Matthieu
Dreyrim
Lfe
Matthieu Dreyfus
Ughuy
Education of the Boer and their unique land ties
A historical piece describes Boer identity in South Africa, noting loyalty to the land they fought to hold for over two centuries. It outlines the Boer emphasis on farming, gun training for boys, and the central role of the Dutch Reformed Church in daily life and holiday observances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Africa
Java
Nantes
Orange Free State
South African Republic
Kruger
Ules
The Bogie Man of the Boers
A portrait of Cecil Rhodes, described as the Boers arch enemy and pivotal South African figure. The piece traces his rise from a poor Oxford student to a powerful entrepreneur and political player who dominates the Transvaal and Cape politics, and its claim that Boers view him as behind conflicts with England. It notes his early life, wealth accumulation, role in De Beers, Cape Parliament service, and private life, ending with a critical focus on his influence and enemies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cecil Rhodes
Chamberlain
Rhodes
London
South Africa
London Statesman
Transvaal
England
Teliow
Oxford University
Cecil Rhodea
Midas
Hodes
New York
Kimberley
Wall Street
Stock Exchange
Uute
Consolidated de Beers
Barney Barnata
Subette
Trans- Yaul
Hhodes
Asap
Cape
Windsor
Ponulee
Haesti
Miter
Tighest
Bich
Cecil Thades
Ike
Napoleon
Ceelt Rhodes
Cecil Rhodes Zeeme
Cape Town
Kruger the Oldest Fighter in History Three-Score War Years
The piece portrays President Kruger as an aging, seasoned fighter beginning in Cape Colony and Mzilikazi era battles. It highlights his mercy during sieges, Bible devotion, lack of formal schooling, and claims he defeated European elites while avoiding English temptation in London.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Kruger
Colesburg
Cape Colony
Transvaal
Fast & Field Cornet
Kroger
Jameson
Great Britain
Europe
Germany
London
Kruger and Boer Courage at Cavern Siege Told
A historical narrative recalls Kruger and Boer fighters holding a cavern entrance for 25 days. They repelled attackers, captured 60 feuding defenders, and reported 90 natives killed outside. The piece also paints Kruger’s vigor and austere lifestyle in Pretoria, noting his plain black attire and simple two story home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kruger
Evern
Ini
Kriger
Jameson
Pretoria
The Oldest Wig in History Found in Egyptian Tomb
Wigs have served concealment or ornament since ancient times. The oldest known wig is believed to be from an Egyptian tomb in Thebes, now in the British Museum, and is dated around 4000 years old per leading scholars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bali
Theber
British Museum
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Pian
Yager
Dreyfus Family
Madame Drestas
Uke Dreyfus
Sila Dreyfus
Ark
Trestus
Matthies
Alfred
John AL Kei
Ucie
Thisle DU Diaels
Pierre
Bogie Man
Post P. Kruger
Deor
Veldt
Joseph Chamegelain
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