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Lord Roberts, British Commander-in-Chief, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)
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Lord Roberts, British Commander-in-Chief, South Africa, 1899 (b / w photo)
5920868 Lord Roberts, British Commander-in-Chief, South Africa, 1899 (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Lord Roberts, hero of Candahar and South Africa, Commander-in-Chief of British Armies (Photographed at Pretoria, S.A.).
Stereoscopic photograph, Boer War (1899-1902).
Lord Roberts in uniform with his Indian orderly. Roberts force captured Pretoria, capital of the South African Republic, on 5 June 1900. The Boers had decided not to defend the city and ordered a retreat along the Delagoa Bay railway line. Despite the loss of their capital, the Boers refused to surrender and Roberts had to continue the war by capturing the rest of the Transvaal and defeating the mobile Boer commandos.
From a box of 89 stereoscopic cards entitled, South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1, published by Underwood and Underwood, and produced by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios, 1900 circa.); © National Army Museum
Media ID 25160086
© National Army Museum / Bridgeman Images
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This print captures Lord Roberts, the British Commander-in-Chief in South Africa during 1899. The image showcases a moment of historical significance during the Boer War (1899-1902). Lord Roberts is seen standing tall in his uniform alongside his Indian orderly. Lord Roberts played a pivotal role in this conflict, known for his heroic actions in Candahar and South Africa. In June 1900, he led the capture of Pretoria, the capital of the South African Republic. However, despite this victory, the Boers refused to surrender and continued their resistance. The photograph was taken at Pretoria itself by Underwood & Underwood around 1900. It is part of a collection titled "South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1" consisting of stereoscopic cards that provide an immersive view into this significant period. Displayed at London's National Army Museum, this image offers a glimpse into Lord Roberts' leadership and military presence during one of Britain's most challenging conflicts abroad. The composition highlights not only Lord Roberts but also reflects upon the diverse makeup of forces involved in this war. As we observe Lord Roberts with his Indian orderly against a backdrop that symbolizes both triumph and ongoing struggle, we are reminded of the complexities inherent within historical events like these – where heroes emerge amidst complex narratives shaped by power dynamics and conflicting aspirations for freedom and control.
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