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ABO Grafte 1900 refers to a burial site in Vereeniging, Gauteng, associated with the Anglo-Boer War (1899–1902). The graves date from 1900, a year when the war intensified in the region, including the Battle of Vereeniging (May 1900) and subsequent skirmishes. The site contains the remains of soldiers who died in the area, likely from both Boer and British forces, though specific identities are not well-documented. In 1961, a memorial wall was erected to honor soldiers from around the world who died here, reflecting post-war reconciliation efforts. The wall serves as a collective remembrance of the multinational casualties of the conflict, including foreign volunteers who fought on both sides.

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