The Discovery And Mining Of Deep Level Gold On The Witswatersrand Flashcards
(9 cards)
What was the Gold Law passed in 1886?
Only white claim holders were allowed to hold gold claims
This law restricted access to gold mining for non-white individuals.
Which groups were allowed in the goldfields according to the regulations?
Black people were only allowed if employed
This indicates the discriminatory practices in place during the gold rush.
What were the Boer Republics?
The Transvaal and Orange Free State
These regions were significant in the context of South African history and the gold discovery.
What were the British Colonies mentioned?
Cape Colony and Natal
These colonies played a crucial role in the British expansion in South Africa.
How many states was South Africa divided into during this period?
Four states controlled by white people
This division reflects the political landscape of South Africa at the time.
Where was gold discovered in 1886?
Witwatersrand, Transvaal (Gauteng)
This discovery led to a significant gold rush and economic changes.
What type of mining was primarily associated with the gold discovered in Witwatersrand?
Deep-level mining
This method required advanced technology and significant investment.
True or False: Most African Kingdoms remained undefeated during the gold rush.
False
Most African Kingdoms were defeated during this period.
Fill in the blank: The gold mines were situated in the _______.
[Boer Republic of Transvaal]
