Volksraad

/ (ˈfɒlksˌrɑːt) /

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noun

Southern African the legislative assembly of the Boer republics in South Africa during the latter half of the 19th century

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Word Origin for Volksraad

Afrikaans volk people + raad council

Words nearby Volksraad

volk, Völkerwanderung, Volkmann, Volksdeutscher, volkslied, Volksraad, volley, volleyball, Vologda, Volos, volost

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How to use Volksraad in a sentence

There were four Volksraad members, who each in turn recommended the adoption of the seven years' franchise measure.
Origin of the Anglo-Boer War Revealed (2nd ed.)|C. H. Thomas
The 1st Volksraad to be elected by burghers only, and to represent the highest legislative and administrative powers.
Origin of the Anglo-Boer War Revealed (2nd ed.)|C. H. Thomas
The State Secretary holds office for four years, and is elected by the Volksraad.
The Last Boer War|H. Rider Haggard
Finally, his Executive Council was to consist of heads of departments appointed by himself, and of one member of the Volksraad.
The Last Boer War|H. Rider Haggard

The Volksraad consequently declared that modifications were desirable, and that certain articles must be altered.
The Last Boer War|H. Rider Haggard