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The Boer as Mason and Medical Man (b / w photo)
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The Boer as Mason and Medical Man (b / w photo)
1599723 The Boer as Mason and Medical Man (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boer as Mason and Medical Man. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 2 June 1900.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23069270
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boer Laager Mason Natal Red Cross Second Boer War
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This photograph, titled "The Boer as Mason and Medical Man" takes us back to the tumultuous era of the Second Boer War in South Africa. The image, captured by an English photographer in the 20th century, showcases a poignant moment that appeared in The Illustrated London News on June 2nd, 1900. In this thought-provoking print, we witness the duality of a Boer soldier who assumes two crucial roles amidst the chaos of war. On one side of the composition stands a group of Transvaal artillerymen working diligently to construct a sturdy wall. Their mason skills are evident as they meticulously lay each brick with precision and determination. Contrasting this scene is another aspect of their duty - that of medical men. In close proximity to their construction efforts lies a makeshift boer ambulance adorned with a red cross emblem symbolizing aid and compassion. These brave soldiers not only build fortifications but also tend to wounded comrades on enemy lines. The backdrop reveals an expansive landscape where Natal's beauty meets the harsh reality of conflict. A laager can be seen further away, serving as both shelter and defense for these resilient fighters. Through this powerful photograph, we gain insight into the resilience and adaptability exhibited by those caught up in wartime struggles. It serves as a reminder that even amidst destruction, humanity finds ways to heal wounds – both physical and metaphorical – while simultaneously building foundations for hope amid adversity.
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