James Percy FitzPatrick

Sir Percy FitzPatrick Sir James Percy FitzPatrick, (24 July 1862 – 24 January 1931), known as Percy FitzPatrick, was a South African author, politician, mining financier and pioneer of the fruit industry. He authored the classic children's book, ''Jock of the Bushveld'' (1907). As a politician, he defended British Imperial interests before and during the Anglo-Boer War. FitzPatrick is responsible for the creation of the two-minute silence observed on Armistice Day. Provided by Wikipedia
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    The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs

    The Transvaal from Within: A Private Record of Public Affairs by Fitzpatrick, Percy, 1862-1931

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    The Outspan: Tales of South Africa

    The Outspan: Tales of South Africa by Fitzpatrick, Percy, 1862-1931

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    Jock of the Bushveld

    Jock of the Bushveld by Fitzpatrick, Percy, 1862-1931; Caldwell, E. (Edmund G.) [Illustrator]

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