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Cutting off the Boers Retreat, General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, from Coles Kop (litho)
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Cutting off the Boers Retreat, General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, from Coles Kop (litho)
1599876 Cutting off the Boers Retreat, General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, from Coles Kop (litho) by Villiers, Frederic (1851-1922) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Cutting off the Boers Retreat, General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, from Coles Kop. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 17 February 1900.
Frederic Villiers); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23065416
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Boer Laager Boers Bursting Colesberg Cutting Defended General French Household Cavalry Kopje New Zealanders Recaptured Retreat Second Boer War Shell Berkshires Red Hill Rensburg Slingersfontein
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The print titled "Cutting off the Boers Retreat, General French's Remarkable Position at Colesberg, from Coles Kop" captures a pivotal moment during the Second Boer War. The image showcases the strategic brilliance of General French as he effectively cuts off the retreat of the Boers in Colesberg, South Africa. In this lithograph by Frederic Villiers, we witness the intense military action and topography that defined this historic battle. From the foreground to the background, every detail is meticulously depicted - from British Lyddite guns bursting with power to horses galloping through Gibraltar Kop. The composition also highlights significant landmarks such as Norvals Pont Railroad and Philiptown Wagon Road. We can see troops defending their positions while New Zealanders and Household Cavalry play crucial roles in recapturing key areas. This engraving not only portrays an important event but also showcases Villiers' exceptional talent for capturing dynamic scenes with precision. The intricate details bring life to each element within the frame - from soldiers maneuvering on kopjes (hills) to smoke billowing out of lyddite shells exploding over enemy camps. Overall, this remarkable print serves as a testament to General French's tactical genius and pays tribute to all those who fought bravely during this tumultuous period in history.
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