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STC363446 Colonel Plumers Gallant Attempt to Relieve Mafeking from the North, after F.J. Mackenzie (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colonel (later Lieutenant-General) Herbert C.O. Plumer (1857-1932); The Siege of Mafeking lasted 217 days during the Second Boer War (1899-1902), from October 1899 to May 1900; ); The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright
Media ID 22376110
© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
2nd Boer War Advance Advancing Aiming Boers British Army Firing Fleeing Lieutenant Colonel Rifles Shot Skirmish Track Train Tracks Dying Mafikeng
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Colonel Plumer's Gallant Attempt to Relieve Mafeking from the North - A Glimpse into Heroism and Sacrifice
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. In this photo print, we are transported back in time to witness a pivotal moment during the Second Boer War. The image depicts Colonel Herbert C. O. Plumer, later Lieutenant-General, leading a valiant charge against enemy forces as he attempts to relieve the besieged town of Mafeking from the north. With unwavering determination etched on his face, Colonel Plumer stands tall atop his horse, commanding his troops with strategic precision. Surrounding him is an intense skirmish unfolding on the battlefield; British soldiers engage in fierce combat with their rifles aimed at unseen adversaries. The chaos of war is palpable as gunshots echo through the air and horses gallop across train tracks that cut through this unforgiving landscape. Amidst it all, lives hang in balance – some fleeing for safety while others fall victim to relentless gunfire. This historic photograph encapsulates not only the bravery and resilience of these soldiers but also serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost paid during times of conflict. It symbolizes both hope and despair, capturing moments where life and death intertwine amidst the clash between opposing forces. As we gaze upon this remarkable scene frozen in time, let us honor those who fought selflessly for their cause and reflect upon how such acts shape our understanding of history today.
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