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The Colonizer Who Tried To BUY Africa - Cecil Rhodes

Cecil Rhodes wasn't any ordinary man—he was an empire builder, a visionary, and a controversial figure whose name lives on through Rhodesia. How powerful do you have to be to literally name a country after yourself? In this video, we delve deep into Rhodes’ journey from his middle-class origins to his incredible rise to power in Southern Africa. Discover how his ambitions for a British Empire from Cape to Cairo clashed with Paul Kruger and the Boer independence movement, leading to pivotal events like the Jameson Raid and the brutal Boer War. From founding De Beers to his relentless drive for imperialism in Africa, Cecil Rhodes left an indelible mark on history. But was he a hero or a villain? In this video, we'll uncover the untold story of Rhodesia, the roots of apartheid, and the complex legacy of one of history’s most influential and divisive figures. Sources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e... Music credit: Tom Fox - Waiting For A While (JHTNR2262) ***⌚️Timestamps: 0:00 - The Diamond King 00:43 - How It Started 02:16 - Conquering Africa 05:43 - The Making of De Beers 08:27 - King of the Cape 10:48 - Rivalry with Paul Kruger 12:58 - Rhodes’ Big Blunder 15:36 - This Controversial Legacy Keywords: Cecil Rhodes, Rhodesia, British Empire, Boer War, Paul Kruger, De Beers, Colonial Africa, Imperialism in Africa, Cape to Cairo Railway, Jameson Raid, British South Africa Company, Apartheid Origins, South African history, The rise and fall of Cecil Rhodes, How Rhodesia got its name, African colonial history