Northern Cape Province Collection

A Reconnaissance in Force with General Frenchs Cavalry Near Colesberg, 1900. Creator
A Reconnaissance in Force with General Frenchs Cavalry Near Colesberg, 1900. John French led a reconnaissance during the Second Boer War and although he did not succeed in capturing Colesberg

Capture of a Boer Convoy by General Frenchs Troops near Kimberley, 1900. Creator
Capture of a Boer Convoy by General Frenchs Troops near Kimberley, 1900. During the Relief of Kimberle, a convoy of Boer wagons reached the crossing of the Modder at Paardeberg Drift when British

The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry, 1900
The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry in the Engagement at Klip Drift, 1900. Major-General John French charged his cavalry at Klip Drift during the Relief of

The Siege of Kimberley: Typical Splinter-Proof Shelter of Sand-Bags and Iron Plates, 1900. The Siege of Kimberley took place during the Second Boer War at Kimberley, Cape Colony, South Africa

Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Placard Erected by Mr. Rhodes, 1900. Creator: Hancox
Placard Erected by Mr. Rhodes, 1900. Cecil John Rhodes was a British businessman, mining magnate and politician in southern Africa who served as Prime Minister of Cape Colony from 1890 to 1896

Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley, 1900. Creator: Unknown
Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley, 1900. When conflict at Kimberley began on 14 October 1899, women and children were encouraged to leave the town

Plan of Kimberley and Environs, 1900. Creator: Unknown
Plan of Kimberley and Environs, 1900. The Siege of Kimberley took place during the Second Boer War at Kimberley, Cape Colony From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

The Orange River at Norvals Pont, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
The Orange River at Norvals Pont, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, c15th January, 1900 Creator
General Frenchs Remarkable Position at Colesberg, as seen from Kul or Coles Kop about 15th January, 1900. French did not succeed in capturing Colesberg

Colonel Pilchers Attack on Sunnyside Kopje, 1900. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
Colonel Pilchers Attack on Sunnyside Kopje-Canadian and Australian Contingents Receive Their " Baptism of Fire". 1900

Lord Roberts Cheered By the Troops on his Arrival at Wonder RIver, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Lord Roberts Cheered By the Troops on his Arrival at Modder River, (1901). The Battle of Modder River during the Second Boer War took place on 28 November 1899, in what is now Northern Cape province

Map Illustrating the Movements for the Relief of Kimberley and the Capture of Bloemfontein, 1901. The key indicates the movements of Major General Frenchs cavalry and of the infantry

A stone house on the desert. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, South Africa

Diamond mines, Kimberley, South Africa, 1895. Creator: William Laws Caney
Diamond mines, Kimberley, South Africa, 1895. African miners extracting rock at Kimberley in what was then Cape Colony. Diamonds were discovered on the banks of the nearby Orange River in 1866

The Market, Kimberley, c1900. Creator: Unknown
The Market, Kimberley, c1900. From " South Africa in Peace and War" edited by C. Lang Neil. [Miles & Miles, London]

Cheetah (Acinonyx jubatus) Pair in the Desert Landscape
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Four Red Wild Daisies amongst a Field of Yellow Wild Flowers
Namaqualand, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Long Shot of Gemsbok (Oryx gazella) Herd Standing on Desert Plain
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Scenic View of Plains and Hills
Augrabies Falls National Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Barren Mountainous Landscape
Richtersveld National Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Scenic View of People Camping Next to the Orange River
Richtersveld, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Two Male Lions (Panthera leo) Lying Next to Each Other on a Sand Dune
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

4X4 Vehicles Crossing Desert Landscape
Richtersveld National Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Young Male Lion (Panthera leo) on the Lookout
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

High-angle View of a Field of Daisies
Namaqualand District, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Scenic View of a Cosmos and Maize Field
Heidelberg District, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Scenic View of Meandering Orange River
Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Scenic View of Waterfall and Gorge
Augrabies Falls, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Field Of Flowers
Namaqualand, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Scenic View of Augrabies Falls at Sunset
Augrabies National Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Dramatic Sunset Scene
Augrabies Falls National Park, Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Fields of Wild Flowers in Kamieskroon
Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Fields of Wild Flowers in Nieuwoudtville District
Northern Cape Province, South Africa

Farmstead and Hills in Kamieskroon
Namaqualand, North Eastern Cape, South Africa

Diamonds. Washing Plant, Kimberley, 1928. From Players Cigarettes - Products of the World: A Series of 50 [John Player & Sons, London, 1928]

Cecil Rhodes, (1853-1902), English-born South African entrepreneur and statesman, 1894-1907. Artist: Alexander Bassano
Cecil Rhodes, (1853-1902), English-born South African entrepreneur and statesman, 1894-1907. Rhodes made his fortune in the Kimberley diamond mines, and formed De Beers Consolidated Mines in 1888

Map to Illustrate the Operations Round Colesberg, 1902. The Second Boer War (1899-1902), South Africa. From Battles of the Nineteenth Century, Vol. III

Near Kimberley, 1903. Artist: Mortimer L Menpes
Near Kimberley, 1903. From World Pictures, by Mortimer Menpes. Text by Dorothy Menpes. [A. & C. Black, London, 1903]

Kimbereley Diamond Mine: apparatus for raising the diamantiferous earth, 1896
Kimbereley Diamond Mine: apparatus for raising the diamantiferous earth. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers

Kimberley: appearance of the diamond mine in 1880, 1896
Kimberley: appearance of the diamond mine in 1880. In 1887 and 1888 Cecil Rhodes amalgamated the diamond mines around Kimberley, which included De Beers, into Consolidated Mines

Kimberley diamond mine, South Africa, c1890. From a series of lantern slides on the South African diamond and gold mines

British soldiers sleeping, South Africa, 2nd Boer War, 30 December 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
British soldiers sleeping, South Africa, 2nd Boer War, 30 December 1900. Troops sleeping by their arms before Colesberg. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Storming of the Boer kopje by the Suffolks at Colesberg, South Africa, Boer War, 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Storming of the Boer kopje by the Suffolks at Colesberg, South Africa, Boer War, 1900. The area around Colesberg in the northern Cape Colony was the site of fierce fighting in early 1900

10th Hussars after repulsing a Boer attack, Colesberg, South Africa, 4th January 1900. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
10th Hussars after repulsing a Boer attack, Colesberg, South Africa, 4th January 1900. Stereoscopic card

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The Northern Cape Province, located in South Africa, holds a rich history that dates back to the early 1900s. It was during this time that significant events unfolded, shaping the region's identity and leaving behind remarkable stories. One such event was "A Reconnaissance in Force with General French's Cavalry Near Colesberg. " This daring operation showcased the bravery of General French's troops as they ventured into enemy territory. Similarly, "Capture of a Boer Convoy by General French's Troops near Kimberley" highlighted their strategic prowess in disrupting Boer supply lines. In "The Last Stand Made By The Boers Before Kimberley-Charge of British Cavalry, " we witness the intensity of battle as British cavalry charged against determined Boer resistance. The Siege of Kimberley is depicted through images like "Typical Splinter-Proof Shelter of Sand-Bags and Iron Plates, " showcasing the resourcefulness employed to protect civilians amidst conflict. Views from different vantage points offer glimpses into life during this period. "Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft" captures the cityscape while George Washington Wilson's lens immortalizes historical moments like Mr. Rhodes' placard erected in 1900. Underground dwellings were also common, as shown in an image titled "Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley. " To navigate these landscapes effectively, it was crucial to have detailed plans like the one displayed in "Plan of Kimberley and Environs. " Additionally, natural features played a role; for instance, images such as "The Orange River at Norvals Pont" highlight its significance within military operations. Leadership figures left indelible marks on this province too. Lord Roberts' arrival at Wonder River brought cheer among troops fighting for victory against adversity. These captivating images provide us with insights into Northern Cape Province’s past – a testament to courage and resilience amid turbulent times.