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Zulu War Rorkes Drift
RORKEs DRIFT Defending the hospital against the Zulu attack
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1879 Attack Defending Drift Rorkes Zulu January
18"x14" Modern Frame
Introducing the captivating "Zulu War: Rorkes Drift" framed print from the Media Storehouse collection, brought to you by Mary Evans Picture Library via Mary Evans Prints Online. This historic piece of art transports you back to the pivotal moment of the Battle of Rorkes Drift during the Anglo-Zulu War. Witness the heroic defense of the hospital as British soldiers valiantly held off the relentless Zulu attack. The intricate details and vivid colors of this print are sure to make it a striking addition to any room in your home or office. With its elegant frame, this framed print not only tells a compelling story but also adds a touch of history and character to your space. Order yours today and bring a piece of the past into your present.
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 35.6cm x 40.6cm (14" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 35.6cm x 45.7cm (14" x 18")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the intensity and chaos of the historic Battle of Rorke's Drift during the Anglo-Zulu War in South Africa, which took place on January 22, 1879. The image focuses on the hospital area, where British soldiers valiantly defended against the relentless Zulu attack for 12 hours. The hospital, located at the mission station of Rorke's Drift, was a crucial stronghold during the battle. With the main camp at Isandlwana having been overrun by the Zulu army earlier that day, the survivors regrouped at Rorke's Drift, and the hospital became a vital refuge for the wounded. In this photograph, we see a group of British soldiers, many of them wounded, standing guard outside the hospital walls. The determined expressions on their faces convey the gravity of the situation, as they prepare to defend against the imminent Zulu attack. The hospital itself is visible in the background, with its whitewashed walls and red cross symbol clearly visible. Despite being vastly outnumbered, the British soldiers held their ground, repelling wave after wave of Zulu attacks. Their courage and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds became a symbol of British military prowess and determination during the Zulu War. The Battle of Rorke's Drift is now considered one of the greatest defensive actions in military history. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the events of that fateful day in January 1879, and the heroism of the soldiers who defended the hospital against the Zulu attack. It is an important historical record of a pivotal moment in the history of South Africa.
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