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Month: February 2019

The story of Sybrand Mancadan

The story of Sybrand Mancadan

  Stellenbosch’s first teacher was Sybrand Mancadan, but he wasn’t a schoolteacher in the same sense as today.   Controversial figure Although Mancadan was schooled in Theology, he was expelled from ministry in Friesland (a province in Holland) due to his indecent behaviour. Thereafter he was sent per ship to the small settlement, Stellenbosch, asRead more about The story of Sybrand Mancadan[…]

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How did Bosman’s crossing get its name?

How did Bosman’s crossing get its name?

Last week I explained where the names Murray-, Neethling- en Hofmeyer street originated. Today I look at Bosman’s crossing, an area on the Western periphery of Stellenbosch. The exact origin of the name Bosman’s crossing is debated, some reckon it is named after a certain Mr Daniel Bosman who owned a brandy distillery next to the river. OthersRead more about How did Bosman’s crossing get its name?[…]

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Who was Murray of Murray Street, Stellenbosch?

Who was Murray of Murray Street, Stellenbosch?

Murraystraat, a beautiful street on campus, is named after John Murray. It leads to the entrance of the US botanical gardens.   JOHN MURRAY (1826 – 1882) John Murray might easily be confused with his younger brother Andrew Murray, who started the Huguenot College in Wellington. Both brothers made an big impact in South Africa as theologians.Read more about Who was Murray of Murray Street, Stellenbosch?[…]

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