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Reichstagsakten 1889/90, 7. Lp., Vol. 127, Attachment 44: Collection of Documents pertaining the Uprising in East Africa, No.17: Telegraphic report by the Imperial Deputy Commissioner for East Africa
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Zanzibar, October 13th 1889
arrived Berlin the same day
I plan to attack Buschiri, who has taken position near Dunda
signed Gravenreuth
Foreign Office, Berlin
No.18
Telegraphic report by the Imperial Deputy Commissioner for East Africa.
Zanzibar, October 21st 1889
arrived Berlin October 22nd 1889
I have circumvented Buschiru, who pillages Usaramo Region with 6000 men from the Wasite tribe, from Dar-es-Salam via Madimola, have raided his camp, in the process of which I repelled three Wasite attacks. A second detachment on the Kingani also fought minor skirmishes. Will pursue the fleeing Wasite tonight. On our side 7 dead and wounded, no Europeans.
signed Gravenreuth
Foreign Office, Berlin
No.19
Telegraphic report by the Imperial Deputy Commissioner for East Africa.
Zanzibar, October 22nd 1889
arrived Berlin, October 23rd 1889
Victorious skirmish against rebels near Somwe, the enemy lost 30 dead, we 1 dead, two wounded. In Mpwapwa, to atone for the murder of Nielsen 2), 3 Arabs were executed. The natives, which have been forthcoming everywhere, have handed over cannon 3).
signed Wissmann
Foreign Office, Berlin
No.20
Telegraphic report by the Imperial Deputy Commissioner for East Africa.
Zanzibar, October 25th 1889
arrived Berlin the same day
The hinterland between Dar-es-Salam and Bagamoyo, up to 4 days' journey inland, is cleared of the enemy. Dispersed Wasite are slain everywhere by the natives and by patrols, found over 400 dead. Our losses 7 dead, 3
wounded. Have established communication with Wissmann.
signed Gravenreuth
Foreign Office, Berlin
Addendum
No.21
Telegraphic report by the Imperial Commissioner for East Africa.
Zanzibar, November 2nd 1889
arrived Berlin the same day
Arrived on the coast today after peaceful return march. Caravan routes open for trade.
signed Wissmann
Foreign Office, Berlin
(1) No.14
(2) see No.10
(3) see No.13
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