Rhodesian Childhood Memories (Part 3 of 3) - The lifestyle during 1931 - 1936

This is PART 3 of a documentary series that provides an insight into what life was like living in rural Rhodesia during the early 1930's. This 3 part series is a rare look at the realities of life living a very primitive lifestyle.

Many of the photos and videos were photographed by family members (featured prominently in this film) during the 1900's up to the 1940's.

00:00 - Effects of Rhodesian World Depression
00:25 - The Wankie Colliery
00:52 - The home environment at Wankie Colliery
01:38 - Cats to keep snakes away
02:22 - Home life
02:53 - Learning to swim whilst living at the Wankie Colliery
03:27 - Christmas 1936 in Wankie


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There are more videos currently on this channel covering the Rhodesian Bush War, lifestyle and personal stories. There are many more videos coming soon...

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