Second Boer War - Diamonds were discovered at Kimberley
Time: 1866
Place: Kimberley, South Africa
Details: In 1866 diamonds were discovered at Kimberley, prompting a diamond rush and a massive influx of foreigners to the borders of the Orange Free State.
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