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The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers (litho)
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The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers (litho)
1599372 The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 10 March 1900.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22551384
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Ladysmith Puffing Billy Second Boer War Siege Plucky
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This lithograph, titled "The Siege of Ladysmith, Plucky Commissariat Officers" takes us back to a significant moment in history during the Second Boer War. Created by Melton Prior and published in The Illustrated London News on March 10,1900, this print captures the bravery and resilience of the military officers involved. In this scene, we see Colonel Stoneman leading a group of commissariat officers through the besieged town of Ladysmith in South Africa. Despite facing immense challenges and hardships during the siege, these plucky officers remain determined to fulfill their duties. Their unwavering dedication is evident as they navigate through the chaos with Puffing Billy, an iconic steam engine used for transportation during that time. Among them is Deputy Assistant Adjutant General (DAAG), whose presence adds an air of authority and strategic planning to the group. Together, they symbolize unity and courage amidst adversity. Melton Prior's masterful engraving technique brings life to every detail captured within this artwork. From the expressions on each officer's face to their meticulously rendered uniforms, one can almost feel their determination emanating from the page. This lithograph serves as a powerful reminder of those who fought valiantly during this tumultuous period in history. It encapsulates not only a specific event but also represents countless acts of heroism displayed by individuals throughout conflicts worldwide.
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