The History of South Africa to the Jameson Raid V4, Part 1: A Historical Geography of the British Colonies is a book written by Charles Prestwood Lucas in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of South Africa up to the Jameson Raid, which was a failed attempt by the British to overthrow the Boer government in 1895. The book is divided into four parts, with this particular volume covering part one. Part one is titled ""A Historical Geography of the British Colonies"" and focuses on the geography and history of the British colonies in South Africa, including the Cape Colony, Natal, and the Transvaal. Lucas provides a detailed account of the early history of South Africa, including the arrival of the Dutch and British settlers, the conflicts with the indigenous populations, and the eventual establishment of British rule. He also discusses the economic and social developments in the colonies, including the growth of the diamond and gold industries, the rise of the Boer republics, and the tensions between the British and Boer populations. Overall, The History of South Africa to the Jameson Raid V4, Part 1: A Historical Geography of the British Colonies is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of South Africa, particularly in the period leading up to the Jameson Raid.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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