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Bembesi
Bembesi
Bubi District
Bembesi was the site of the most decisive battle of the Matabele War. On 1st November, 1893, a battle was fought between the Matabele Warriors (Ndebele), under the leadership of Lobengula, and the British forces, under the command of Major Patrick Forbes.
Lobengula fled after the defeat at Bembesi but not before deciding to burn his capital Bulawayo to the ground rather than allow it to be captured by the British.
Post Office
History
- 1905.10.12 – Opened as a post and telegraph office under Bulawayo.
- 1910.05.04 – Downgraded to postal agency.
Service
- 1905.10.12 – Mail service by rail.
Postmarks
| Type | Earliest Date | Latest Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2 | 07/03/1906 | 10/11/1965 |