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Mauser 7 mm Cavalry Carbine used by Boer Commandos, 1899
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Mauser 7 mm Cavalry Carbine used by Boer Commandos, 1899
5925753 Mauser 7 mm Cavalry Carbine used by Boer Commandos, 1899 by German School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Mauser 7 mm Cavalry Carbine used by Boer Commandos, 1899.
In South Africa the British Army were for the first time in opposition to combatants armed with modern European weapons. The Mauser carbine and rifle were very accurate and sophisticated weapons and British losses were often heavy in set-piece actions against the Boers.
The Mauser carbine was loaded by means of clips of five rounds which enabled a faster rate of fire than the British Enfield rifle. One characteristic of the Boer soldiers, sometimes copied by the English, was their habit of carving names and actions on the woodwork of their weapons. After the war such carved items became much sought after as tourist souvenirs.); eNational Army Museum; German, out of copyright
Media ID 22324570
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This print showcases the Mauser 7 mm Cavalry Carbine, a formidable weapon utilized by Boer Commandos during the intense conflict of 1899. The image, captured by an anonymous German School artist from the 19th century, is housed in London's National Army Museum. During this historical period in South Africa, British forces found themselves confronted for the first time with adversaries armed with modern European firearms. The Mauser carbine and rifle proved to be highly accurate and sophisticated weapons, often inflicting heavy losses on British troops during set-piece battles against the Boers. Distinguished by its ability to load ammunition through clips of five rounds, the Mauser carbine boasted a faster rate of fire compared to its British counterpart, the Enfield rifle. Notably, one intriguing aspect of Boer soldiers was their penchant for carving names and actions onto their weapon's woodwork—a practice that some English soldiers even adopted. Following the war's conclusion, these intricately carved items became highly sought-after souvenirs among tourists visiting South Africa. This remarkable photograph not only captures a significant moment in military history but also serves as a testament to both technological advancements and cultural practices that emerged during this tumultuous era. Preserved within Fine Art Finder's collection courtesy of Bridgeman Images, it offers viewers an opportunity to delve into a pivotal chapter in global warfare.
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