The Battlefields - Legends of the Zulu Kingdom
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Battles and sites
Elandslaagte Battlefield and Cemetery:
General Kock occupied the Eladslaagte railway station on the 19
October 1899.
General White was of the view that it was essential to keep the
railway line open to Dundee for the retreat of the British forces.
General French, with a force of infantry, artillery and cavalry, was
dispatched to recapture this station, which he managed to after a
fierce battle on the 20 October. The site of this battle is 3 kms
east of Elandslaagte station, amongst a horseshoe-shaped series of
low hills.
Other Cultural attractions
Carl Landman's House:
An example of houses built by the Voortrekker leader who fought at
the Battle of Blood River.
Fort Mistake:
Closely resembling an Indian fort. One of a series of British
signaling posts built between Ladysmith and Newcastle during the
First War of Independence (1880-1881). The remains of the once
sturdy fortress can be reached after a brisk 45 minute climb,
starting at Fort Mistake Motel on the Laydysmith / Newcastle Road.
An interesting display of clippings relating to the history of the
Fort can be found at the motel.
For more information on the above attractions contact
The Glencoe Information Centre.
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