
17/10/2025
Today is Paul Kruger's 200th birthday. 10 October 1825.
Springs has links to the Paul Kruger Era through his investment in "The Springs". He purchased farm Geduld in 1886 for 700 pounds. Occasionally he used it as a weekend getaway. He sold it to a Gold Mining consortium in 1899 for 100000 pounds.
His brother-in-law, Gert Venter, lived on the farm in a farmhouse located at the bridge to Dersley Park for many years.
Today, Paul Kruger's involvement in the area is still clearly evident.
Presidents Dam
Presidents Ranch
Presidents Park
Paul Kruger Highway
Paul Krugers Oord
Krugersrus
A bit of Trivia: Did you know that Paul Kruger wore an earring? It was, at the time, a mark of sophistication.