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The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa, Boer Papers betrayed by a Boer (litho)
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The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa, Boer Papers betrayed by a Boer (litho)
1628759 The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa, Boer Papers betrayed by a Boer (litho) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa, Boer Papers betrayed by a Boer, digging up Boxes containing Orange Free State Documents from a Spot indicated by a Boer Prisoner, 12 November. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 December 1901.
Allan Stewart); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 25147276
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Betrayed Boer Boer Prisoners Boxes Digging Guerilla Warfare Second Boer War Spot
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This lithograph, titled "The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa, Boer Papers betrayed by a Boer" transports us back to the tumultuous era of the Second Boer War. Created by Allan Stewart in 1901, this print captures a pivotal moment in history when the tides turned against the Boers. In this scene, we witness a group of soldiers diligently digging up boxes that contain crucial Orange Free State Documents. The location was revealed by none other than a captured Boer prisoner on November 12th. The intensity and urgency are palpable as these papers hold significant military secrets that could potentially change the course of the war. Stewart's masterful engraving skillfully highlights both the physical labor involved and the emotional weight carried by those involved in this clandestine operation. The expressions on their faces reveal determination mixed with caution, aware of potential dangers lurking nearby. "The Guerilla Warfare in South Africa" serves as an important reminder of how betrayal can shape conflicts and alter destinies. It also sheds light on one aspect of guerilla warfare tactics employed during this brutal campaign. As we gaze upon this historical artwork, we are transported to a time when bravery clashed with treachery amidst dusty battlefields. This lithograph stands as a testament to human resilience and reminds us that even amidst chaos and deception, truth will eventually prevail.
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