The Union of South Africa officially became the Republic of South Africa, on May 31, 1961 breaking its ties with the British monarchy and withdrawing from the Commonwealth of Nations due to international opposition to its apartheid policies. Governor-General Charles Robert Swart formally took office as State President. More
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