| 单词 | Basutoland |
| 例句 | Healdtown attracted students from all over the country, as well as from the protectorates of Basutoland, Swaziland, and Bechuana- land. Long Walk to Freedom 1994-01-01T00:00:00Z He eventually went into exile in the British Protectorate of Basutoland, as Lesotho was then known. Books of The Times: ?Sometimes There Is a Void? ? By Zakes Mda ? Review 2012-01-05T21:44:22Z Mr Lipholo's motion is based on a 1962 United Nations resolution that recognised the right to self-determination and independence for the people of Basutoland - as Lesotho was then called. Lesotho MP demands huge parts of South Africa 2023-03-29T04:00:00Z Formerly known as Basutoland, it won its independence from the U.K. in 1966. How Last Place Became a Stroke of Luck 2016-04-21T04:00:00Z Mr Mosisili survived an assassination attempt that killed one of his sons in 2009, a year after he formed the Lesotho Congress for Democracy, itself a splinter of the Basutoland Congress Party. Q&A: Lesotho elections 2012-05-25T11:24:32Z I hear the regiment will be back from the front to-night; men and horses want a few days' rest before starting on this long march to Basutoland. The Curse of Carne's Hold A Tale of Adventure 2012-04-06T02:00:24.610Z The land is naked; from Basutoland to Buluwayo and back to Beira, mile upon mile of smiling frontier rests without protection of any sort. The Siege of Mafeking (1900) 2012-04-04T02:01:01.773Z Just at the same time the Cape ministry telegraphed to him to ask if he would go to the Cape to consult with the government as regards settling affairs in Basutoland. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z To this border other Free State commandos numbering in all about 8000 men came, while a like number were sent to the western boundary, and a small force to the Basutoland line. Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet 2011-08-16T02:00:45.283Z All the same the reports of whole herds dying out like drones before the doorway of a bees’ nest came over the Drakensberg from Basutoland. Between Sun and Sand A Tale of an African Desert 2011-06-15T02:00:16.390Z The French and Swiss Protestant teachers have also achieved great things in Basutoland, where they were welcomed by Moshesh, the founder of the present Basuto nation. Man, Past and Present 2011-03-28T02:00:29.283Z Basutoland, which was annexed to Cape Colony in 1871, contains at the present time about two hundred and twenty-five thousand Bantu and six hundred Europeans. The World and Its People: Book VII Views in Africa 2011-02-13T03:00:17.920Z That Gordon’s views were correct is proved by the fact that a few years later Basutoland was separated from Cape Colony and placed directly under the imperial government. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 12, Slice 2 "Gloss" to "Gordon, Charles George" 2011-10-31T02:00:28.703Z Besides this, money was taken to Basutoland, and great quantities of clothing were bought and secretly brought to the Free State. Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet 2011-08-16T02:00:45.283Z Basutoland has an area of about 11,716 sq. miles, much of it covered with grass, and there is but little wood. The New Gresham Encyclopedia. Vol. 1 Part 3 Atrebates to Bedlis With the Be-Chuanas, whose territory extends from the Orange river to Lake Ngami and includes Basutoland with a great part of the Transvaal, we again meet a people at the totemic stage of culture. Man, Past and Present 2011-03-28T02:00:29.283Z In 1880 the colonial authorities endeavoured to extend to Basutoland the Peace Preservation Act of 1878, under which a general disarmament of the Basutos was attempted. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" Africa, running parallel to the coast from Basutoland to the Limpopo river—a distance of some 600 m. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 8, Slice 6 "Dodwell" to "Drama" While I was in these parts letters came regularly from British territory through Basutoland to the farm Brindisi, under the kind care of Mr. Middleton, the owner of the farm. Through Shot and Flame The Adventures and Experiences of J. D. Kestell Chaplain to President Steyn and General Christian De Wet 2011-08-16T02:00:45.283Z I say to the chief and people, How can Basutoland belong to Basutos? General Gordon A Christian Hero In 1882, he was at the Cape Colony, endeavoring to arrange a peace with the natives of Basutoland; but he failed, largely through the treachery of the Cape officials. Great Men and Famous Women. Vol. 6 A series of pen and pencil sketches of the lives of more than 200 of the most prominent personages in History The imperial government then took over Basutoland as a crown colony, on the understanding that Cape Colony should contribute for administrative purposes �18,000 annually. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" Basutoland may also be eliminated from defensive calculations, as its invasion by the Boers would be improbable; moreover, the Basutos, if invaded, would be able for some time to maintain an effective resistance. History of the War in South Africa 1899-1902 v. 1 (of 4) Compiled by Direction of His Majesty's Government Lesotho: Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. The 2001 CIA World Factbook There are, indeed, various kinds of States which all belong to the British Empire, Basutoland, for instance. The peace negotiations between the governments of the South African Republic and the Orange Free State, and the representatives of the British government, which terminated in the peace concluded at Vereeniging on the 31st May, 1902 Whichever course is followed it is a sine quâ non that the present officials in Basutoland should be relieved at once, as they have lost the confidence both of Europeans and natives. The Life of Gordon, Volume II Only the southern slopes of the range are in Cape Colony, the highest peaks—over 10,000 ft.—being in Basutoland and Natal. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" The mountains and broken country of Basutoland and Griqualand East, which lie between Natal and the Cape Colony, are unpierced by railways and ill-supplied by roads. History of the War in South Africa 1899-1902 v. 1 (of 4) Compiled by Direction of His Majesty's Government That Monday night, besides repeating the ultimatum to the Home Government, Lord Milner telegraphed to warn the British authorities in Natal, Rhodesia, Basutoland, and the frontier towns. Lord Milner's Work in South Africa From its Commencement in 1897 to the Peace of Vereeniging in 1902 Let them live there as Basutos live in Basutoland, or Indians in Indian territory, or the inhabitants of a protected state in India. The War in South Africa Its Cause and Conduct There are not more than two Europeans in Basutoland who believe in Orpen or his policy, while the natives have lost all confidence in him. The Life of Gordon, Volume II The colonies of British Bechuanaland and Basutoland were now taken into the customs union existing between the Orange Free State and Cape Colony. Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 5, Slice 2 "Camorra" to "Cape Colony" But thou hast not yet told me how Mafuta came to know of my presence in Basutoland. Through Veld and Forest An African Story It was then that a definite boundary line between Basutoland and the Orange Free State was laid down. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 1 (of 6) From the Foundation of Cape Colony to the Boer Ultimatum of 9th Oct. 1899 This is Basutoland, the country that lies at the corner where Cape Colony, Natal, and the Orange Free State meet. Impressions of South Africa As Gordon went to the Cape specially for the purpose of treating the Basutoland question, it may be well to describe briefly what that question was. The Life of Gordon, Volume II The mountains which on the edge of Basutoland rise to a height of ten thousand feet," writes Mr. Bryce, "break down toward Natal in tremendous precipices. Story of the War in South Africa 1899-1900 Then I proceeded to take particular note of the capital of Basutoland. Through Veld and Forest An African Story On another occasion Gordon begged him to remain in Basutoland and work with him, but Rhodes refused. South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. 1 (of 6) From the Foundation of Cape Colony to the Boer Ultimatum of 9th Oct. 1899 These mountains of Basutoland are the loftiest in Africa south of Kilimandjaro, and keep snow on their summits for several months in the year. Impressions of South Africa In 1843 the Basuto chiefs entered into a treaty with Her Majesty's Government, by which the limits of Basutoland were recognised roughly in 1845. The Life of Gordon, Volume II General Gordon went on to Basutoland, and had wonderful power over the natives. Letters to His Friends “Because,” answered I, “as I have already said, I have business in the far north, and to get there I must needs pass through Basutoland.” Through Veld and Forest An African Story It will probably in the end have to be brought to completion by the inclusion within the authority of the South African Parliament of countries like Rhodesia, and even, perhaps, of Basutoland. Home Rule Second Edition One of these is Basutoland, a little native territory which lies just where Cape Colony, the Orange Free State, and Natal meet. Impressions of South Africa Attached to this memorandum was the draft of a proclamation to the chiefs, etc., of Basutoland, calling on them to meet in Pitso or National Assembly without any agent of the Colonial Government being present. The Life of Gordon, Volume II Again, as I have already explained, it would not do for me to take refuge in Basutoland. Three Years' War The ensuing fortnight was spent in progressing slowly northward through that part of Basutoland which lies between the Machacha mountain range and what is now known as the Caledon River, hunting all the way. Through Veld and Forest An African Story It is situated away from the frontier of the Transvaal, between Natal, Basutoland, and the Orange Free State. Boer Politics Basutoland, I shall have to speak fully hereafter. Impressions of South Africa If the magistrates of Transkei are the cause of discontent among the natives, then what object is there in insisting on their installation in Basutoland? The Life of Gordon, Volume II I gave them a pass to go into Basutoland. Three Years' War The position, as I have often described, gives a splendid view of the country towards Basutoland and the Free State mountains. Ladysmith The Diary of a Siege In one case an effort was made by certain mine-owners to meet the difficulty by importing a whole tribe—men, women, and children—from Basutoland and locating them upon an adjacent farm. The Transvaal from Within A Private Record of Public Affairs Unwilling to see Basutoland annexed by the Free State, and fearing injury to the Colony from the dispersion of Basuto fugitives through it, the High Commissioner consented, and declared the Basutos British subjects. Impressions of South Africa The administration of Basutoland is on a scale costing £30,000 per annum. The Life of Gordon, Volume II I went to the district of Rouxville, where I occupied a farm situated on the Basutoland border. In the Shadow of Death Another instance I could quote, in connection with the history of that interesting native territory—Basutoland. A Winter Tour in South Africa When the Eighth Division was skirting the borders of Basutoland I thought it would not be a waste of time to cross the border, and if possible interview one of the chiefs. Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900) Letters from the Front Basutoland is the Switzerland of South Africa and, very appropriately, is the part of South Africa where the old inhabitants, defended by their hills, have retained the largest measure of freedom. Impressions of South Africa Gordon resigned because he saw he could do no good in Basutoland; the Cape Premier accepted his resignation because Gordon "would not fight the Basutos." The Life of Gordon, Volume II Compelled to abandon the Cape Colony in August, we went to Gastron District, a Free State village situated on the Basutoland border. In the Shadow of Death Between the centre and the right the intervention of Basutoland and the Drakensberg prevented the effective co-operation of the Natal Army with Lord Roberts; and a portion of the interval was occupied by the enemy. A Handbook of the Boer War With General Map of South Africa and 18 Sketch Maps and Plans Sunday, the 30th of July, was big with fate, though we who sat almost within the shadow of the snow enshrouded hills of savage Basutoland at the dawning of that day knew it not. Campaign Pictures of the War in South Africa (1899-1900) Letters from the Front The hut was clean and sweet, and, indeed, all through Basutoland we were struck by the neat finish of the dwellings and of the reed fences which inclosed them. Impressions of South Africa In 1871 Basutoland was annexed to the Crown Colony of the Cape of Good Hope, without the Basutos having been consulted. The Life of Gordon, Volume II At that time we were in the district of Wepener, a village on the Basutoland border. In the Shadow of Death This new and terrible danger came from Basutoland. The Boer in Peace and War The Bechuana hold their own in several centers; one is in Basutoland, west of Natal, where a number of tribes were welded together under the far-sighted Moshesh into a modern and fairly well civilized nation. The Negro The French Protestants have done some excellent work, especially in Basutoland, and have also stations near the east coast and on the Upper Zambesi. Impressions of South Africa On the 18th July the Ministers requested Gordon to go up to Basutoland. The Life of Gordon, Volume II The space between the Caledon River and Basutoland in which we could move becoming daily more and more circumscribed and limited, we determined to cross the Caledon River. In the Shadow of Death The way south is barred by the Basutoland border. With Rimington There are many such already in Basutoland, the Orange Free State, and the Transvaal, as well as in the Cape Colonies and Natal—veritable Eden-like places, as it were bits dropped from heaven. Origin of the Anglo-Boer War Revealed (2nd ed.) The Conspiracy of the 19th Century Unmasked To the south-east, where are the great waterfalls which are one of the glories of Basutoland, the general height was less, but a few peaks seemed to reach 10,000 feet. Impressions of South Africa The Supreme Council of Basutoland will consist of the leading chiefs and the Resident; the minor chiefs of Basutoland will form a council with the sub-residents. The Life of Gordon, Volume II There's a chap written a novel about Basutoland called 'The Land of To-morrow,' but I'd call it 'The Land of the Day before Yesterday.' Simon Called Peter Those south and east, their gaunt peaks rising, streaked with white, above the lower and nearer ones, are in Basutoland. With Rimington Allusion having been made above to the assumption of the Protectorate of Basutoland by Great Britain, it will not be without interest to notice here the circumstances and the motives which led to that act. Native Races and the War The Free State militia, well practised in native warfare, invaded Basutoland, reduced many of the native strongholds and besieged Thaba Bosiyo. Impressions of South Africa Colonial warrants will be valid in Basutoland, the chiefs being responsible that prisoners are given up to Resident or sub-residents. The Life of Gordon, Volume II Their men had gone to Basutoland, like many more. In the Ranks of the C.I.V. Had the Maori race numbered 500,000 instead of 50,000, and been capable of uniting under him for any purpose whatever, he might conceivably have established a counterpart to Basutoland. The Long White Cloud It maybe of interest to note here that one of these territories was Basutoland, which lies close to the South Eastern border of the Orange Free State. Native Races and the War Though there are plenty of streams in Basutoland, there is hardly any swampy ground, and consequently little or no fever, so the missionaries invalided from the Zambesi frequently come here to recruit. Impressions of South Africa All communications between Basutoland and the Orange Free State to be by and through the Resident. The Life of Gordon, Volume II The married son had just come in from Basutoland, where he had been hiding, a great red, strapping giant, with his wife and babies by him. In the Ranks of the C.I.V. Lagden was for many years British Resident in Basutoland, the Switzerland of South Africa, where the native tribes are practically independent under a British protectorate. The Glories of Ireland After that I know nothing, but of course there are local concentrations along the whole line of the Berg from Mashonaland to Basutoland. Prester John Morija, the oldest French mission station, lies in a pretty hollow between five and six thousand feet above the sea,—nearly all Basutoland is above 5000 feet,—some sixteen miles south-east from Maseru. Impressions of South Africa It will be remembered that the old Chief Dingiswayo fled to Basutoland, where he is reported to have married. Cetywayo and his White Neighbours Remarks on Recent Events in Zululand, Natal, and the Transvaal We decided at the Cabinet to keep Basutoland. The Life of the Rt. Hon. Sir Charles W. Dilke, Volume 1 It is true that for the time being the Imperial Government will continue to control the native protectorates of Basutoland, Bechuanaland, and Swaziland. The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 21 The Recent Days (1910-1914) Background: Basutoland was renamed the Kingdom of Lesotho upon independence from the UK in 1966. The 2002 CIA World Factbook In 1878 there were four distinct European provinces in South Africa, besides protected native areas, like Basutoland. The Expansion of Europe The Culmination of Modern History There are two bridges which span the broad muddy Orange River, thick with the washings of the Basutoland mountains. The Great Boer War Do you want to apply your scheme to Basutoland? Native Life in South Africa A European lady travelling in Basutoland without escort would probably be safer there than in England under the like condition. Native Life in South Africa Although white men still steal large droves of horses in Basutoland and sell them in Natal or in East Griqualand, they, of course, are not required to carry any passes. Native Life in South Africa I have seen it suggested in official documents that sheep-breeding should be limited in Basutoland as there is not enough grazing for the flocks. Native Life in South Africa After making a fruitless search for a new place of abode, they took out a travelling pass to go to Basutoland with their stock. Native Life in South Africa This law decrees that under certain penalties, no native woman will be permitted to leave Basutoland "without the permission of her husband or guardian". Native Life in South Africa A number of fugitives were at that time driving little lots of stock across the broad and level flats which extend in the direction of the Basutoland Protectorate. Native Life in South Africa So much was this the case that Thaba Ncho, which formerly lay between the "Free" State and Basutoland, was subsequently entirely surrounded by "Free" State territory. Native Life in South Africa |
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