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The Trouble in South Africa, South African Police, Fighting Boers, and Other Types (litho)
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The Trouble in South Africa, South African Police, Fighting Boers, and Other Types (litho)
1599020 The Trouble in South Africa, South African Police, Fighting Boers, and Other Types (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Trouble in South Africa, South African Police, Fighting Boers, and Other Types. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 June 1899.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23395860
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bugler Police Pretoria Trouble
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The Trouble in South Africa - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of a Nation
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. This lithograph, titled "The Trouble in South Africa, South African Police, Fighting Boers, and Other Types" offers a window into the tumultuous events that unfolded during a critical period in the nation's history. Created by renowned artist Melton Prior and published in The Illustrated London News on 24 June 1899, this print captures the essence of conflict and confrontation. Depicted within this scene are various figures representing different factions involved in the unrest. From honourable company state artillery to foot police and military officers, each character plays their part amidst the chaos. Mounted ZARPs (Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek Politie) patrol alongside prison warders and turnkeys while tensions escalate between fighting Boers and Johannesburg ZARPs. The image transports us to Pretoria, where these individuals confront one another with determination etched upon their faces. A bugler sounds his horn as an emblematic call to arms resonates through the air. This engraving encapsulates not only a battle but also serves as a poignant reminder of human resilience amid adversity. As we gaze upon this historical artwork from our private collection, we are reminded of how conflicts shape nations' destinies. It invites contemplation on themes such as power struggles, social upheaval, and national identity – topics that continue to resonate throughout history. Through Prior's masterful brushstrokes captured here for poster
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