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Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - First output of Gold
Black and white lantern Slide of the First Output of Gold - British South Africa. Part of Box 288, British South Africa. Boswell Collection. Slide number 44 First Output of Gold - Eight bars of Gold with a label saying The Geelong Gold Mining Company LTD. Date: circa 1890s
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1. Title: "The First Output of Gold in Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - A Historical Moment in the Late 19th Century" This black and white lantern slide captures a significant moment in the history of Zimbabwe (then known as Rhodesia) during the late 19th century. The image depicts eight bars of raw gold, freshly extracted from the earth, proudly displayed on a table. Each bar is labeled with the name of the company responsible for this historic achievement: The Geelong Gold Mining Company Ltd. The exact date of this photograph is circa 1890s, a time when the British South Africa Company, under the leadership of Cecil Rhodes, was actively promoting and exploiting the rich natural resources of the region, particularly gold. This first output of gold marked the beginning of a gold rush that would attract thousands of prospectors and investors to the area, leading to the establishment of numerous mining companies and the growth of settlements. The lantern slide, part of the Boswell Collection, Box 288, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a tangible connection to the early days of gold mining in Zimbabwe. The eight bars of gold, gleaming in the dim light of the lantern, serve as a testament to the perseverance, determination, and entrepreneurial spirit of those who sought their fortune in the land that is now Zimbabwe. This historical artifact offers a unique perspective on the early mining industry in Africa and the impact it had on the region's development. The slide is a valuable addition to any collection focused on African history, mining history, or the history of exploration and discovery.
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