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General Botha

General Botha

Harold Spender

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Kessinger Publishing
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2005
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9781417971442
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General Botha: The Career and the Man is a biographical account of General Louis Botha, a prominent figure in South African history who played a significant role in the country’s struggle for independence. Written by Harold Spender, the book provides an in-depth exploration of Botha’s life, from his early years in rural South Africa to his rise to power as a military leader and politician.The book traces Botha’s career, from his time as a farmer and his involvement in the Boer War to his leadership of the South African Party and his role as the first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa. Spender delves into Botha’s personal life, exploring his relationships with family, friends, and colleagues, and sheds light on the complex political and social landscape of South Africa during his lifetime.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, General Botha: The Career and the Man offers a detailed and nuanced portrait of one of South Africa’s most important historical figures. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of South Africa, the Boer War, or the struggles for independence and political power in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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