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1909 in South Africa

Explore 3 historical events and records for South Africa in 1909.

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Historical records for South Africa in 1909

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September

20 September 1909

South Africa Act

Botha, Louis · London · National Convention Leader · Government / Government of South Africa

Welcomes enactment of the South Africa Act by Britain.

20 September 1909

Union Constitution Approved

Botha, Louis · London · National Convention Leader · Government / Government of South Africa

Sees the constitutional framework for the Union receive royal assent.

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1909

South Africa Act Establishes Union Framework

Botha, Louis · London · Government / Government of South Africa

The South Africa Act approved by the British Parliament provided for union of the Cape Natal Transvaal and Orange River colonies.

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