Moedwil

Moedwil
Moedwil
Country  South Africa
Province North West
Time zone SAST (UTC+2)
Postal code

Moedwil is a small town near Swartruggens, North West Province, South Africa.[1] It was the site of a battle during the Second Boer War where for actions during the battle, William Bees was awarded the Victoria Cross.

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Coordinates: 25°37′59″S 26°58′01″E / 25.633°S 26.967°E / -25.633; 26.967



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