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Emily Hobhouse Residence is a student accommodation facility located at 18 Wynand Mouton Dr, Universitas, Bloemfontein, 9321, South Africa. The residence is named after Emily Hobhouse, a British welfare campaigner and anti-war activist who played a significant role in South African history.
Emily Hobhouse was born on April 9, 1860, in Cornwall, England. She gained prominence for her work during the Second Boer War (1899-1902), where she exposed the harsh conditions in British concentration camps housing Boer women and children.
Hobhouse’s efforts led to improved conditions in these camps, including better water sterilization, increased supplies, and improved food quality Her dedication to the welfare of South African people earned her great respect and admiration in the country.
The Emily Hobhouse Residence is situated in Universitas, a suburb of Bloemfontein, which is the capital city of the Free State province in South Africa. Bloemfontein holds special significance in Hobhouse’s legacy, as her ashes were interred within a statue in the city.
The residence likely serves as accommodation for students attending nearby educational institutions, such as the University of the Free State. By naming the residence after Emily Hobhouse, the institution honors her contributions to South African history and her commitment to social welfare.
Emily Hobhouse’s impact on South African society extends beyond her wartime efforts. In 1921, the people of South Africa raised £2,300 (a significant sum at the time) in recognition of her work. This gesture demonstrates the lasting appreciation South Africans held for Hobhouse.
Her legacy is further commemorated in South Africa through various means. A town in the Eastern Free State was named Hobhouse in her honor. Additionally, her wedding veil, which she never wore due to her dedication to her cause, is displayed at the head office of the Oranje Vrouevereniging in Bloemfontein, symbolizing her commitment to uplifting women.
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