Long Tom Monument

Name: Long Tom Monument
Address: Tzaneen, Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality, Limpopo
Rating: 4.40

👍👍 In May 1897, four guns transported by train were delivered in Pretoria. In October 1899, war between two Boer republics and England broke out. During October 1900, the Transvaal Volksraad, with their weapons reached Haenertsburg, a stopover before their journey to Pietersburg (now Polokwane). The B...

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Tzaneen, South Africa

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4.40 (25 reviews)

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5/5 Jaco 3 years ago on Google
In May 1897, four guns transported by train were delivered in Pretoria. In October 1899, war between two Boer republics and England broke out. During October 1900, the Transvaal Volksraad, with their weapons reached Haenertsburg, a stopover before their journey to Pietersburg (now Polokwane). The British seized Pietersburg on 8 April 1901. General Beyers decided not to defend and withdrew to Houtboschberg with the last remaining long Tom. The other long Toms were destroyed, once the ammunition had been expended, to prevent them from falling into British hands. Just before the British took over Haenertsburg the Boers destroyed the last long Tom at Rondebult on 30 April 1901.
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5/5 Cornelia F. 5 years ago on Google
Fantastic view
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5/5 Sandi M. 5 years ago on Google
Beautiful views...
5/5 Frederich W. 4 years ago on Google
What a view!
5/5 Henriek de W. 5 years ago on Google
Nice to share the history with the kids!
5/5 Miles P. 5 years ago on Google
Cool spot... You can feel the history
4/5 Vincent E. 2 years ago on Google
Awesome views of the Iron Crown, Wolkberg and Strydpoort mountains.Ideal spot for sundowners or small gathering...
5/5 Rod H. 5 years ago on Google
New viewing platform and picnic area developed for general public by Rotary Haenertsburg.
5/5 Anne H. 5 years ago on Google
The Long Tom view site would be a correct description as there is another monument ib Haenertsburg. What a beautiful view! It is a lovely spot for sun downers. The historic significance is well explained by means of signage.
4/5 kobus w. 5 years ago on Google
Beautifull scenery. Excellent location and nice route. . Looking forward to planted indigi ous trees to grow.
5/5 Karin B. 4 years ago on Google
A hidden historic gem
4/5 Rudi van H. 5 years ago on Google
Nice historical site with magnificent views, also remember a picnic basket
4/5 Joe J. 5 years ago on Google
Nice history, not promoted enough. Make sure you have a high clearance vehicle
2/5 Hillary 1 year ago on Google
Unfortunately the cannon was taken to the museum but the view was amazing.
5/5 Kevin J. 9 months ago on Google
A truly scenic site with the remains of a desperate battle.

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