Hendrik Potgieter
South African Voortrekker leader (1792–1852) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Andries Hendrik Potgieter, known as Hendrik Potgieter (19 December 1792 – 16 December 1852) was a Voortrekker leader. He served as the first head of state of Potchefstroom from 1840 and 1845 and also as the first head of state of Zoutpansberg from 1845 to 1852.
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Andries Hendrik Potgieter | |
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Born | (1792-12-19)19 December 1792 Graaff-Reinet district |
Died | 16 December 1852(1852-12-16) (aged 59) |
Resting place | Zoutpansbergdorp 23°03′10″S 29°46′14″E |
Occupation | Commandant-General |
Height | 6 ft 2 in (188 cm) |
Spouse(s) | Elizabeth Helena Botha (c.1795–1841), N.N. Bronkhorst (–1842), Catharina Elizabeth Erasmus (1808–1852), Susanna Maria le Grange (c.1805–1852) |
Children | 13, some died young Pieter Johannes (1822–1854), Cmdt.Genl. at Makapan's Cave |
Parent(s) | Hermanus Philippus Potgieter (1765–1871) Petronella Margaretha Krugel (c.1773–1802) |
Relatives | President Hermanus Steyn (Father's cousin) |
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