Reference code
ZA UCT BC1223_D_D5_D5.7
Title
[Ewc7] Table Mountain (District Six) (22) (Eng)
Date(s)
- undated (Creation)
Level of description
Item
Extent and medium
22 items
Name of creator
Archival history
Immediate source of acquisition or transfer
Scope and content
Table Mountain is the most prominent natural landmark in Cape Town. Its main feature is its 3km level plateau flanked by Devil’s Peak to the east and Lions Head to the west. Together with Signal Hill it forms the natural amphitheatre of the City Bowl and Table Bay harbour. District Six, best known for the extensive forced removals of black and coloured residents, is located on the slopes of Table Mountain. These interviews explore former District Six residents’ memories and experiences linked to Table Mountain. Themes include: biographical details; cable car; forced removals; geology; key figures in District Six; land claims; leisure activities; life histories in District Six; social life; religion.