Some Questions on South African history from the late 19th century to 1948
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What are the impacts of the “mineral revolution” -- the discovery of diamonds and gold? How did mining interests and the centrality of mining in the economy influence the later political history of SA?

How did rural African society shape the establishment of migrant labor system?

How did a distinct “Afrikaner” identity take shape among the diverse populations of European descent? How did divisions within the white population (between Afrikaners and English-speakers) shape the course of political history?

How were Africans able to secure land on white-owned farms, and how did these opportunities change over time?

How did urbanization and urban segregation develop?

How did tensions between the idea of citizenship and ethnic identity play out in South African politics?

What were the constraints on the effectiveness of African political leaders, whether mission-educated elites, trade unionists, “traditional” chiefs, etc.?