17 January 1852
Sand River Convention
Britain renounced claims north of the Vaal and formally recognised Boer self-government in the Transvaal.
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recognition
Britain renounced claims north of the Vaal and formally recognised Boer self-government in the Transvaal.
Significance
The convention is the key diplomatic founding recognition of the Transvaal Boer republic later known as the South African Republic.
Why it matters
The convention is the key diplomatic founding recognition of the Transvaal Boer republic later known as the South African Republic.