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The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900. Creator: Samuel Begg
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The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900. Creator: Samuel Begg
The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. IV", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]
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1899 1902 2nd Boer War Alexandrina Victoria Assistance Assisting Begg Boer Wars Creswicke Dispatch Empress Of India Ethnicity Jack Listening Louis Louis Creswicke Mixed Race Group News Paperwork Queen Of Great Britain And Ireland Queen Victoria Report Samuel Samuel Begg Second Boer War Second Transvaal War South Africa South Africa And The Transvaal War South African Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Turban Turbans Victoria Walking Stick Abdul British Empire Headgear Hindoostan Karim
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The Queen Listening to a Dispatch from the Front, 1900
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. In this photograph captured by Samuel Begg in 1900, we witness an intimate moment between the reigning monarch and her trusted advisors. The image portrays Queen Victoria of Great Britain and Ireland as she attentively listens to a dispatch from the front lines of South Africa during the Second Boer War. Seated inside a regal interior, surrounded by books and literature that symbolize knowledge and power, Her Majesty is accompanied by a diverse group of men who assist her in understanding the news being relayed. Among them is Abdul Karim, known as "the Munshi" an Indian servant who held great influence over Queen Victoria during their close relationship. The scene exudes Victorian elegance with its meticulous attention to detail - from the intricate headdresses worn by some members of the entourage to the majestic walking stick held firmly in Her Majesty's hand. This print serves as a poignant reminder of Britain's imperial presence in South Africa at that time. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot frozen in time, we are reminded not only of Queen Victoria's role as sovereign but also her dedication to staying informed about events unfolding across her vast empire. It captures both the essence of royal duty and highlights how communication played a crucial role even amidst war-torn times. This remarkable piece offers us a glimpse into an era when world affairs were conveyed through handwritten reports rather than instantaneous digital updates. It invites us to reflect on how far we have come while honoring those who paved our way towards progress.
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