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The Transvaal War, Difficulties of Transport, a Field Battery fording a River in Flood (litho)
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The Transvaal War, Difficulties of Transport, a Field Battery fording a River in Flood (litho)
1593122 The Transvaal War, Difficulties of Transport, a Field Battery fording a River in Flood (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Difficulties of Transport, a Field Battery fording a River in Flood. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 4 November 1899.
R Caton Woodville); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23396720
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Difficulties Field Battery Flood Fording Second Boer War Transvaal War
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This lithograph, titled "The Transvaal War, Difficulties of Transport, a Field Battery fording a River in Flood" transports us back to the tumultuous era of the Second Boer War in South Africa. Created by Richard Caton Woodville II and now part of a private collection, this print captures the dramatic challenges faced by military forces during this conflict. In this scene, we witness a field battery attempting to cross a raging river that has been swollen by floodwaters. The artist's attention to detail is remarkable as he skillfully depicts horses struggling against the powerful current while soldiers valiantly guide their artillery through treacherous waters. The intensity and danger are palpable as they navigate these difficult conditions. Woodville's illustration originally appeared in The Illustrated London News on November 4th, 1899. Through his artistry, he brings to life the hardships and obstacles encountered during wartime transportation. This engraving serves as an important historical document that sheds light on the challenges faced by troops during conflicts like the Transvaal War. As we gaze upon this evocative image from Bridgeman Images' Fine Art Finder collection, we are reminded of both the bravery and resilience exhibited by those who fought in such wars throughout history. It serves as a poignant reminder of how human determination can overcome even nature's most formidable obstacles.
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