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Post date: 07/08/2012
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History: This U-shaped building was erected largely in 1849 as an Officers' Mess at a time when King William's Town formed the centre of the Frontier Wars and accommodated a large garrison. The building was used as a mess until 1884, after which it served, inter alia, as a dwelling for the Paymaster, the Inspector General and a Military Chaplain.
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Construction Date: 1849
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Catalogue: Frescura, 1987 (a), No: 133, Significance Category: