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Kaffir Wars, South Africa, Attacking a Native Position
Kaffir Wars, South Africa, Attacking a Native Position (there were nine wars or conflicts between 1779 and 1879)
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Media ID 23458190
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Attacking Cape Conflict Frontier Kaffir Position Wars Xhosa
18"x14" Modern Frame
Experience history come to life with our stunning Framed Prints from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image "Kaffir Wars, South Africa, Attacking a Native Position" by Terry Parker. This powerful photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures a pivotal moment from the Kaffir Wars, a series of nine conflicts between the British and various African tribes in South Africa between 1779 and 1879. Add this captivating piece to your home or office decor, and transport yourself back in time. Each Framed Print is meticulously crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a beautiful and long-lasting display. Order yours today and bring history into your space.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and complexity of the Kaffir Wars, a series of nine conflicts between the British and various African communities in South Africa, which took place between 1779 and 1879. The image depicts a moment during the Xhosa War of 1850-1853, as British soldiers, led by their officers, charge towards a native position. The Xhosa people, an African ethnic group residing in the Eastern Cape region, had long been at odds with the British colonial authorities over land and resources. The soldiers, dressed in their red coats and armed with muskets, advance determinedly across the open terrain, their faces set with focus and resolve. In the background, a group of Xhosa warriors can be seen taking cover behind a low wall, their spears and shields at the ready. The contrast between the two sides is stark, highlighting the cultural and racial divide that fueled these devastating conflicts. The Kaffir Wars were a defining moment in the history of South Africa, shaping the political, social, and economic landscape of the region for generations to come. These conflicts resulted in the displacement of thousands of Africans, the consolidation of British power, and the entrenchment of racial segregation and discrimination. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the human cost of colonial expansion and the enduring legacy of conflict in South Africa.
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