52 Years Under British Protection

Series

Series Name

Rhodesian Spotlight

Issue

Issue No.

39

Stories in this Issue:

1. 1Gadgets Galore
2. 2Northern Rhodesian Derby
3. 3Curtain Up
4. 4Boxing - Jimmy Elliott v. Tiberio Mitri
5. 5Crisis in Fort Jameson
6. 652 Years Under British Protection
7. 74th Soccer Test - South African vs. FA Touring Team

Story

Story No. within this Issue

6 / 7

Summary

Rhodesian Spotlight Commentary - Beneath Mount Hora - the hill of the massacre - the Angoni rejoice for it is just 52 years ago that they placed themselves under British Protection. This Nyasaland tribe originally fled from Chaka, and their tribal dances have Zulu and Swazi origins. In October, 1904, Chief Mtwalo, still alive, agreed to the hoisting of the British Flag on Mount Hora, the today the Governor, Sir Robert Armitage, represents his Sovereign and gets a royal welcome from the Angoni. As representative of Her Majesty the Queen, he gets the Royal Salute. Under British Protection the Angoni have prospered, and Sir Robert Armitage examined mealies that speak well of agricultural progress under expert guidance, and other native skills which have thrived under continuous peace. Much has been accomplished since the warrior nation laid aside its arms, elementary weapons which are today brought out for celebrations in half-forgotten dances. Some of the young men scorn such tribal customs, but tribal customs die hard in Africa and still form a picturesque outlet for energy, pride and remembrance. Even the youngest must have some tradition, and it is the tradition of freedom under British Protection which the Angoni celebrate today.

Keywords

Music and dance; Ceremonies; Youth

Written sources

Movietone boxfile no.1   Used for synopsis

Credits:

Production Co.

Central African Film Unit

Length of story (in feet)

142

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