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Orange River, Cape Colony, South Africa
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Orange River, Cape Colony, South Africa
Norvals Point, Orange River, Cape Colony, South Africa, with a Blockhouse (octagonal fort, a relic from the Second Boer War) on the right. Date: circa 1910
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This evocative photograph captures the serene beauty of the Orange River in the Cape Colony of South Africa, circa 1910. The tranquil waters reflect the clear blue sky, dotted with wisps of clouds, as the sun casts a warm glow over the rural landscape. To the right, the remnants of a bygone era stand sentinel: an octagonal blockhouse, a relic from the Second Boer War. This fort, now a faded and weathered structure, once served as a strategic military outpost during the conflict between the British and the Boer forces. The lush, green grasslands and rolling hills surrounding the river provide a picturesque backdrop, invoking a sense of peace and tranquility. The Orange River, which stretches over 2,000 kilometers from its source in the Drakensberg Mountains to its mouth in the Atlantic Ocean, has long been a vital source of water and life for the people and wildlife of the region. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of South Africa's past, a testament to the enduring power of the land and the passage of time.
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