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Canvas Print : Pontoon bridge across the Modder River, Boer War, South Africa, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood

Pontoon bridge across the Modder River, Boer War, South Africa, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood



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Pontoon bridge across the Modder River, Boer War, South Africa, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood

Pontoon bridge across the Modder River, Boer War, South Africa, 1900. The bridge was built by the Royal Engineers in just two hours. Stereoscopic card

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Media ID 14944499

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1899 1902 Boer War Horse And Cart Military Engineering Modder River Mud River Pontoon Bridge Regiment Royal Engineers South Africa South African Supplies Underwood Underwood Waggon Wagon Horse Drawn Vehicle Print Collector8


20"x20" (50x50cm) Canvas Print

Step back in time with our stunning Canvas Print of a Pontoon Bridge across the Modder River during the Boer War in South Africa, 1900. This historic artwork, created by Underwood & Underwood and sourced from Heritage Images, captures the engineering prowess of the Royal Engineers who built the bridge in just two hours. Bring this piece of history into your home or office and add a touch of vintage charm to your decor. Our high-quality Canvas Prints are made to last, with vibrant colors and sharp details that bring the image to life. Order yours today and relive the past in brilliant detail.

Ready to hang Premium Gloss Canvas Print. Our archival quality canvas prints are made from Polyester and Cotton mix and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for transit.

Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang

Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.


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This print captures a significant moment in history - the construction of a pontoon bridge across the Modder River during the Boer War in South Africa, 1900. The image, taken by renowned photographers Underwood & Underwood, showcases the remarkable engineering skills of the Royal Engineers who built this vital lifeline for military transport. In just two hours, this temporary bridge was erected to ensure supplies and troops could traverse the treacherous river with ease. The scene is filled with activity as horse-drawn wagons and carts make their way across, driven by determined men dressed in military attire. Horses play an essential role in this operation, demonstrating their strength and agility as they navigate through water. The monochrome composition adds depth to this historical snapshot, emphasizing both the harshness of war and the resilience of those involved. It transports us back to a time when conflicts were fought on distant shores using traditional means of transportation. As we gaze upon this image today, it serves as a reminder not only of our past but also of human ingenuity and adaptability in times of adversity. It symbolizes how bridges can connect nations physically while bridging gaps between cultures and generations emotionally. Underwood & Underwood's photographic expertise has immortalized this pivotal moment from over a century ago for future generations to appreciate and learn from.

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