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Metal Print : Zulu War Rorkes Drift
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Zulu War Rorkes Drift
RORKEs DRIFT Soldiers and natives fighting
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Media ID 582560
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1879 Burning Drift Natives Rorkes Spears Zulu
20"x20" (51x51cm) Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Media Storehouse Metal Prints featuring the iconic image of the Zulu War's Rorke's Drift battle. This captivating photograph from Mary Evans Picture Library, titled "Rorke's Drift: Soldiers and natives fighting," vividly depicts the intense clash between British soldiers and Zulu warriors. Our high-quality metal prints are not just a decorative addition to your space, they're a conversation starter, a reminder of history, and a work of art. Each print is meticulously crafted using premium aluminum sheets, ensuring a long-lasting, vibrant display that's resistant to fading, moisture, and UV rays. Elevate your home or office with this inspiring piece of history, available exclusively from Media Storehouse.
Your image is printed photographically and bonded to a 3.5mm thick, Dibond board (black polyethylene sandwiched between two sheets of white coated aluminium). The panel is then sealed with a gloss protective covering. Supplied complete with a wall mount which holds the print 10mm from the wall.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 50.8cm x 50.8cm (20" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and chaos of the Battle of Rorke's Drift during the Anglo-Zulu War of 1879. The image portrays a pivotal moment in the 12-hour long engagement, which took place on January 22, 1879, at the mission station and military outpost of Rorke's Drift in present-day KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. In the foreground, British soldiers, armed with rifles and bayonets, fiercely defend their position against the relentless Zulu impis, who charge at them with their sharp assegai spears. The smoke from gunpowder and burning huts fills the air, adding to the sense of danger and uncertainty. The determination and courage of the outnumbered British soldiers, who held off the Zulu army, is evident in their focused expressions and resolute postures. The Battle of Rorke's Drift is considered one of the most significant engagements of the Anglo-Zulu War, which lasted from January to March 1879. The conflict arose from the expansionist ambitions of the British Empire, which sought to extend its control over the Zulu Kingdom. The war resulted in a decisive victory for the British, but it came at a high cost, with over 1,000 British and colonial troops and civilians killed or wounded, and an estimated 1,500 to 3,000 Zulu warriors losing their lives. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the brutal and transformative nature of war, and the sacrifices made by soldiers and civilians during times of conflict. It also underscores the complex and often fraught history of colonialism and its impact on the peoples of Africa.
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