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Second Boer War
Boer War. British bulldog and British flag at Pretoria, 1900 Date: 1900
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Media ID 7402483
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20"x16" (50x40cm) Canvas Print
"Step back in time with our stunning 'Second Boer War' Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, depicts a powerful symbol of British resilience - a bulldog and the Union Jack proudly flying at Pretoria in 1900. Bring history into your home with this high-quality canvas print, expertly printed on premium canvas material with vibrant colors and impressive detail. Each print is individually inspected for quality and comes ready to hang, making it a perfect addition to any room in your house. Relive the history of the Second Boer War through this beautiful and authentic representation."
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 40.6cm (20" x 16")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the moment of British triumph during the Second Boer War (1899-1902), as a British bulldog stands proudly on a mound in Pretoria, South Africa, with the Union Jack flag unfurled behind it. The Second Boer War was a conflict between the British Empire and the two independent Boer states, the Transvaal and the Orange Free State, over control of the mineral-rich region. The war began in October 1899 and lasted for three years, resulting in significant loss of life and destruction. The image of the bulldog, a symbol of British determination and tenacity, was widely used to represent the British war effort and the idea of 'British bulldog spirit'. The photograph was likely taken in 1900, after the capture of Pretoria by British forces in May of that year. The city had been the capital of the Transvaal Republic and its fall marked a turning point in the war. The Union Jack flag, which flies proudly in the background, further emphasizes the British victory and their claim to the land. The photograph is a powerful reminder of the historical significance of the Second Boer War and the symbolism of the bulldog as a representation of British strength and resilience.
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