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The Discovery of Diamonds
This chapter recounts the historical discovery of diamonds in Northern Cape, South Africa, through the story of Erasmus Jacobs and the implications of the Eureka diamond. It explores the socio-economic upheaval caused by the diamond rush of the 1860s, highlighting the tensions between indigenous populations and colonial forces. The narrative also introduces Cecil Rhodes, detailing his early struggles and ambitions in a rapidly changing landscape driven by mineral wealth.
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