1829
Kat River Settlement established
Colonial authorities established the Kat River Settlement for Khoekhoe and other free people of colour as a buffer community on the eastern frontier.
established
settlement
Colonial authorities established the Kat River Settlement for Khoekhoe and other free people of colour as a buffer community on the eastern frontier.
Significance
Became a focal point of coloured/Khoekhoe landholding, loyalty contests and later rebellion in frontier politics.
Why it matters
Became a focal point of coloured/Khoekhoe landholding, loyalty contests and later rebellion in frontier politics.