The Truce Tree

During the , General J Kemp and 1200 rebels invaded Kuruman to replenish their rations. Captain Frylinck and Lieutenant Gash were responsible for the safety of Kuruman, and after a short skirmish, the rebels surrendered. An armistice was negotiated beneath this shady camelthorn tree: “The treaty guaranteed the safety of the government forces in return for a free passage through Kuruman."

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The rebels were also allowed to replenish their supplies. This camel thorn tree stands proud on the side of Seodin Road and holds history under its branches”.[1]The site has been attractively landscaped with a memorial stone and historical plaques.

Corner of Seodin Road and Ochre Street, Kuruman.

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