On May 23, 1900, Queen Victoria met with a Zulu delegation from South Africa amid growing unrest during the Second Boer War. While largely symbolic, the meeting exposed the complexities of imperialism, colonial subjects, and diplomacy. The Zulu envoys sought to secure protection and recognition amid encroaching colonial rule. Though not successful, their efforts added to the historical record of African resistance through diplomatic channels. This little-known event on May 23 underscores early African diplomatic agency in confronting European empires.
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