Brothers in War and Peace: Constand and Abraham Viljoen and the Birth of the New South Africa

Name: Brothers in War and Peace: Constand and Abraham Viljoen and the Birth of the New South Africa
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Book Synopsis: Abraham and Constand Viljoen were identical twins who took starkly different paths in life. One was a deeply religious man, who opposed apartheid; the other was a man of war, who became head of the SADF. But together they would play a crucial role in preventing South Africa from descending into civil war.

In the early 1990s, Constand came out of retirement to head the Afrikaner Volksfront, which opposed the negotiations with the ANC and made plans for military action. Realizing that war would destroy their country, Abraham approached his estranged brother and urged him to consider the alternative: talks with the ANC. What followed was a series of secret meetings and negotiations that ultimately prevented civil war.

Brothers in War and Peace documents the crucial yet largely unheralded role the Viljoen brothers played in ensuring peace in South Africa. Based on interviews with the brothers and other key political figures, the book gives new insights into a time when the country’s future was on a knife-edge.

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Experience the gripping and inspiring story of the Viljoen twins in "Brothers in War and Peace: Constand and Abraham Viljoen and the Birth of the New South Africa." This compelling book delves into the lives of two remarkable individuals who shaped the destiny of a nation. Abraham and Constand, though identical in appearance, took divergent paths that would ultimately intersect to prevent South Africa from plunging into civil war.

In these pages, you'll discover the remarkable journey of these brothers. Constand, a man of war, became the head of the SADF, while Abraham followed a deeply religious path, passionately opposing apartheid. Despite their differences, their shared patriotism for their homeland drove them to make critical decisions that would change the course of history.

Uncover the thrilling events of the early 1990s when Constand, after retirement, took the helm of the Afrikaner Volksfront. This organization vehemently opposed negotiations with the ANC and instead planned for military action. However, Abraham knew that war would only bring devastation to their beloved nation. With courage and conviction, he reached out to his estranged brother, advocating for an alternate path – talks with the ANC.

"Brothers in War and Peace" unveils the clandestine meetings and negotiations that unfolded, ultimately averting civil war and paving the way for a new South Africa. Relying on exclusive interviews with the Viljoen brothers and other influential figures, this book presents fresh perspectives on a critical juncture when the future of the country hung by a thread.

Immerse yourself in this fascinating tale of brotherhood, conflicting ideologies, and the transcendent power of reconciliation. Discover the untold story of the Viljoen twins and their indispensable contribution to securing peace in South Africa. Don't miss out on this important historical account.

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