1778
VOC extends eastern boundary to the Fish and Bushmans rivers
The VOC proclaimed an eastern colonial boundary associated with the Fish and Bushmans rivers in an area of overlapping settlement, grazing and political claims.
established
administrative-change
The VOC proclaimed an eastern colonial boundary associated with the Fish and Bushmans rivers in an area of overlapping settlement, grazing and political claims.
Significance
Key land and sovereignty marker in the Zuurveld conflict zone.
Why it matters
Key land and sovereignty marker in the Zuurveld conflict zone.
Disputed interpretations
The proclamation is established, but its legal meaning, practical enforcement and relationship to existing residence, grazing and political authority are contested.