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Oudtshoorn became internationally associated with ostrich farming and the feather trade, particularly during the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. Feather wealth shaped local architecture, including imposing residences, while farms, irrigation and the Cango district remain central to the town's history.
Historical reference: Klein Karoo overview – South African History Online ↗
Town history is an evolving local record. Additional archival sources, community accounts and photographs can help improve this article.