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Marthinus Nikolaas Ras, South African farmer, soldier, and gun-maker (died 1900)

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Marthinus Nikolaas Ras

South African military personnel

Marthinus Nikolaas Ras was a South African farmer, soldier, and gun-maker who is considered the father of South African Artillery.
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January 18

Day of the year

January 18 is the 18th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 347 days remain until the end of the year.
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