Moshesh
Britishnoun
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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.
From The Negro by Du Bois, W. E. B. (William Edward Burghardt)
“And what is thy business in the far north?” demanded Moshesh.
From Through Veld and Forest An African Story by Webb, Archibald
Moshesh died soon afterwards, full of years and honour, and leaving a name which has become famous in South Africa.
From Impressions of South Africa by Bryce, James Bryce, Viscount
However, in 1865 fresh troubles broke out, and there was again war between Moshesh and the Free State.
From Impressions of South Africa by Bryce, James Bryce, Viscount
Moshesh died in 1870, and the policy he had initiated was carried on by his successor Masupha.
From General Gordon A Christian Hero by Churchill, Seton
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