The Frontier Wars.

What were the Frontier Wars?

A series of conflicts between Xhosa communities and colonial forces along the Eastern Cape frontier.

When did the Frontier Wars end and begin?

Start - 1779

End - 1879

100 years

Were the Frontier Wars one continuous war?

No. They were several separate wars over a period of 100 years.

Who fought in the Frontier Wars?

Xhosa communities and leaders fought Dutch-speaking frontier settlers and, in later conflicts, British colonial forces.

Why did the Frontier Wars continue for so long?

1. Land disputes remained unsolved

2. Colonial settlement expanded

3. Agreements were disputed/broken

4. Mistrust increased

What were the aims of Xhosa communities during frontier conflicts?

To protect their land, resources, people, political independence and ways of life.

What were the aims of colonial settlers during frontier conflicts?

To secure farms, land, territory, settlement and political control.

Why did peace agreements not always last during the Frontier Wars?

There was mistrust, disagreement over agreements and boundaries, and continued colonial expansion.