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Training native soldiers in Uganda, WW1
Page from the Sphere magazine showing photographs of the drilling of recruits in Uganda for the Kings African Rifles. The Sphere comments that they make splendid soldiers - keen, courageous and resourceful as well as being excellent shots and good at football! Date: 1918
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Drilling Exercises Fitness Kings Recruits Rifles Sphere Uganda
23"x19" (58x48cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 16x12 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 23x19 inches (584x482mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 26.7cm x 39.6cm (10.5" x 15.6")
Estimated Product Size is 48.2cm x 58.4cm (19" x 23")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This photograph, taken from the pages of the Sphere magazine in 1918, showcases the intensive training of native recruits in Uganda for the prestigious Kings African Rifles (KAR) during World War I. The image portrays a group of soldiers, focused and determined as they drill under the watchful eye of their British instructors. The Sphere, a popular weekly illustrated magazine, commended the recruits for their exceptional qualities as soldiers, praising their keenness, courage, resourcefulness, and exceptional marksmanship. The African soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms, display a remarkable sense of discipline and fitness, reflecting the rigorous training regimes they underwent. The KAR, an integral part of the British colonial army, played a significant role in the war effort, particularly in East Africa. These soldiers proved their mettle not only on the battlefield but also off it, excelling in various activities such as football, further showcasing their versatility and adaptability. The photograph offers a unique glimpse into the history of the colonial army during WWI, highlighting the crucial role played by African soldiers in the British Empire's military forces. The image serves as a testament to their courage, resilience, and the indomitable spirit that defined their contributions to the war effort.
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