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The Transvaal Crisis (b / w photo)
1592743 The Transvaal Crisis (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal Crisis. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 14 October 1899.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22825916
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Braemar Castle Bulawayo Cape Employed Leaving Military Service Second Boer War Southampton Transvaal Crisis Troopships
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The Transvaal Crisis - A Glimpse into the Turmoil of South Africa's Past
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. This photograph, titled "The Transvaal Crisis" takes us back to a significant moment in history. Captured by an English photographer in the 19th century, this print offers a glimpse into the chaos and tension that engulfed South Africa during the Second Boer War. The image showcases a bustling scene at Southampton harbor, where troopships are being prepared for departure. The military presence is palpable as soldiers clad in uniforms busily load supplies onto ships bound for Cape Town. This snapshot captures not only the maritime aspect of war but also highlights the British South African Police employed to maintain order amidst this crisis. Intriguingly, we can spot Braemar Castle towering over the harbor, serving as a poignant symbol of military service and protection during these troubled times. As troops bid farewell to loved ones and embark on their journey towards Colonel Plumer's camp in Bulawayo, emotions run high. This photograph serves as a testament to both the power of photography and its ability to transport us through time. It allows us to reflect upon an era marred by conflict while appreciating those who bravely faced adversity far from home. As part of Bridgeman Images' collection, this print preserves an important historical moment forever etched within our collective memory.
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