In May 1873 he requested an honourable discharge from his post , which Burgers promptly granted .
This , coupled with the sickness of Gezina and their children with malaria , caused Kruger to lose interest in his office .
In May 1873 Kruger requested an honourable discharge from Kruger 's post , which Burgers promptly granted .
This , coupled with the sickness of Gezina and their children with malaria , caused Kruger to lose interest in his office .