Boer Collection (#7)

Halt of a Boors Family, plate 17 from African Scenery and Animals
STC93655 Halt of a Boors Family, plate 17 from African Scenery and Animals, engraved by the artist, 1805 (aquatint) by Daniell

General Ben Viljoen delivering his Lecture on the Boer War, at Queens Hall, 16 October (litho)
1601153 General Ben Viljoen delivering his Lecture on the Boer War, at Queens Hall, 16 October (litho) by Loye, Charles Auguste (Montbard) (1841-1905); Private Collection; (add.info)

The South African War, the Fighting near Machadodorp and Lydenburg (litho)
1600266 The South African War, the Fighting near Machadodorp and Lydenburg (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The South African War)

Just Retribution, burning the House and confiscating the Goods of a Boer who fired upon Our Troops under the White Flag
1599847 Just Retribution, burning the House and confiscating the Goods of a Boer who fired upon Our Troops under the White Flag (litho) by Woodville

The Bechuanaland Expedition (litho)
1591036 The Bechuanaland Expedition (litho) by Forestier, Amedee (1854-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Bechuanaland Expedition)

"The Boer wins the Trick", A Scene in the Base Hospital, Pietermaritzburg (litho)
1039846 " The Boer wins the Trick", A Scene in the Base Hospital, Pietermaritzburg (litho) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Moffat preaching to a Boers family and servants (engraving)
965146 Moffat preaching to a Boers family and servants (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Moffat preaching to a Boers family and servants)

Boer General Christiaan de Wet (colour litho)
3099166 Boer General Christiaan de Wet (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Boer General Christiaan de Wet. Au Transvaal. Le General Dewet)

Arrival of the Boer delegates in Paris (colour litho)
3099148 Arrival of the Boer delegates in Paris (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Arrival of the Boer delegates in Paris)

President Emile Loubet of France receiving Paul Kruger, former President of Transvaal (colour litho)
3099191 President Emile Loubet of France receiving Paul Kruger, former President of Transvaal (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info)

French Hosts: President Kruger Greets the Parisians, front cover of
XZO116054 French Hosts: President Kruger Greets the Parisians, front cover of Le Petit Journal, 9 December 1900 (coloured engraving) (see also 116064) by French School

Ireland, demonstration against Chamberlain, illustration from Le Petit Journal
REV287776 Ireland, demonstration against Chamberlain, illustration from Le Petit Journal: Supplement illustre, 31st December 1899 (colour litho) by Tofani

Gold Fever in the Transvaal, late 19th century (colour engraving)
CHT164109 Gold Fever in the Transvaal, late 19th century (colour engraving) by German School, (19th century); Bibliotheque des Arts Decoratifs, Paris

A Boors House, plate 16 from African Scenery and Animals
NP93654 A Boors House, plate 16 from African Scenery and Animals, engraved by the artist, 1805 (aquatint) by Daniell, Samuel (1775-1811); Private Collection; English, out of copyright

Drunk in the Transvaal being taken home by a giraffe (litho)
6000185 Drunk in the Transvaal being taken home by a giraffe (litho) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Drunk in the Transvaal being taken home by a giraffe)

The Battle of Elandslaagte, the Devons, Manchesters, and Gordons charging the Boer Guns (litho)
1593118 The Battle of Elandslaagte, the Devons, Manchesters, and Gordons charging the Boer Guns (litho) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Operations in Natal, the Action of 10 April at Sundays River (litho)
1599654 The Operations in Natal, the Action of 10 April at Sundays River (litho) by Wright, Henry Charles Seppings (1850-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Operations in Natal)

The War, General Frenchs Advance on Colesberg (litho)
1599229 The War, General Frenchs Advance on Colesberg (litho) by Holland Tringham, Joseph (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War, General Frenchs Advance on Colesberg)

"Thou wear a Lions Hide! doff it!"A Boer in British Uniform (litho)
1628539 " Thou wear a Lions Hide! doff it!" A Boer in British Uniform (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Dewet, general Boer (coloured photo)
975485 Dewet, general Boer (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dewet, general Boer)

Joubert, general Boer (coloured photo)
975493 Joubert, general Boer (coloured photo) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joubert, general Boer)

The formal surrender of Bloefontein to Lord Roberts by Mr, Pappenfus, Mr, Kellner and Mr
3713975 The formal surrender of Bloefontein to Lord Roberts by Mr, Pappenfus, Mr, Kellner and Mr, Collins on March 14th, 1900, from the book South Africa and the Transvaal War by Louis Creswicke

The relief of Ladysmith warranted special treatment from the " Midland Daily Telegraph." This is one of two cars used to rush the good news to the streets of Coventry

The relief of Ladysmith warranted special treatment from the " Midland Daily Telegraph." This is one of two cars used to rush the good news to the streets of Coventry

Horatio Herbert Kitchener, 1st Earl Kitchener (1850 - 1916), Irish-born senior British Army officer and colonial administrator

Plan of the Battle of Schuinshoogte (Ingogo), First Boer War
Vintage illustration Plan of the Battle of Schuinshoogte (Ingogo), 19th Century. Which was fought north of Newcastle, KwaZulu-Natal, on 8 February 1881 during the First Boer War

Medical room for the British Army 1901
A potential soldier in front of a doctor for a medical to join the British Army, to fight in the Second Boer War. Date: 1901

Recruiting for the British Army for the Boar War 1901
Men at St Martin-in-the-Fields near Trafalgar Square, London, reading a notice-board for recruitment for the British Army attended for the Second Boer War

ANTI-BOER WAR DEMO
Demonstration against the Boer War in Trafalgar Square, London - but alas, the public and the government are not convinced Date: October 1899

MAFEKING CELEBRATION
RELIEF OF MAFEKING Celebrating crowds throng the streets of London: flags, banners, whistles, trumpets, confetti & false noses pressed into service of high spirits Date: 18 May 1900

MAFEKING / RELIEF HAILED
MAFEKING Three cheers for B P : Relief of Mafeking is hailed by a patriotic British boy in his garden. Date: 19 May 1900

BADEN-POWELL / CHIEF SCOUT
LORD ROBERT STEPHENSON SMYTH BADEN-POWELL English army and Chief scout rejects Boer embassy calling on him to surrender Mafeking Date: 1857 - 1941

Following the Boer War, the British transferred many of their prisoners to various countries and colonies under their domain in South and South East Asia

Prinsloos Last Stand in the Valley of the Little Caledon: The Boers Position on the Heights, 1901. Hendrik Frederik Prinsloo (1861-1900)

Prinsloos Commando Retreating to the Brandwater Basin after the Fight at Retiefs Nek, 1901. Hendrik Frederik Prinsloo (1861-1900)

The Capture of De Wets Convoy at Reitz, June 6, 1901, 1902. Attack on Boer waggons by Colonel De Lisles Force.. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VII", by Louis Creswicke

Defeat of a Night Attempt to Cross the Railway, 1902. Creator: Allan Stewart
Defeat of a Night Attempt to Cross the Railway, 1902. Searchlights, powered by mobile generators, were used to light up the railways against Boer attack at night

The Engagement at Vlakfontein: The Derbyshires Re-Taking their Guns, 1902. Creator: Unknown
The Engagement at Vlakfontein: The Derbyshires Re-Taking the Guns at the Point of the Bayonet, 1902. The Derbyshire Regiment recapture guns taken by Boers at high cost, 18 were killed and 70 wounded

A Night Attack: Defending a Train Derailed by the Boers, 1902. Creator: Frank Dadd
A Night Attack: Defending a Train Derailed by the Boers, 1902. Trains were derailed and the lines were often damaged fom October 1900 - May 1902. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

Lord Roberts and His Staff Watching the Boers Retreat from Zand River; General French in Pursuit on the Extreme Left, 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

The Reddersburg Mishap: Men of the Irish Rifles and Mounted Infantry Delivering Up Their Arms, 1901. Troops led by General Christiaan de Wet attacked a convoy of 600 of the Royal Irish Rifles

Surrendered Boers at Belfast Anxious to Join the National Scouts, 1902. Creator: F de Harnen
Surrendered Boers at Belfast Anxious to Join the National Scouts after being addressed by Lord Kitchener, 1902. Lord Kitchener as Chief of Staff (1900-1902)

Brilliant Defence by New Zealanders at Holspruit, February 25, 1902, 1902. Creator
Brilliant Defence by New Zealanders at Holspruit, February 25, 1902, 1902. Hoedspruit in Limpopo, South Africa was seconded by the British as a garrison to intercept shipments of arms being sent by

The Gallant Bugler of Fort Itala, 1902. Creator: Richard Caton Woodville II
The Gallant Bugler of Fort Itala, 1902. British forces defend a garrison at Fort Itala, under Boer attack on the full moon, 26 September 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol

The Relief of Ladysmith - The Last Rush at Hlangwane Hill, 1900. Creator: Rene Bull
The Relief of Ladysmith - The Last Rush at Hlangwane Hill, 1900. The Boers, under heavy bombardment abandoned Hlangwane and withdrew north of the Tugela

De Wet, 1901. Creator: Unknown
De Wet, 1901. Christiaan de Wet (1854-1922) Boer general, rebel leader and politician planned the surprise attack on Sannas Post followerd by victory at Reddersburg

Shell from the Naval Brigade Dispersing Boers from Behind the Seven Sisters Kopjes, 1900
Shell from the Naval Brigade Dispersing Boers from Behind the Seven Sisters Kopjes, During the Action of 7th March at Le Gallais Kopje, near Osfontein, 1900

The Formal Surrender of Bloemfontein, 1900. Creator: Joseph Finnemore
The Formal Surrender of Bloemfontein, 1900. Bloemfontein, founded as a British outpost by Major Henry Douglas Warden and capital of the Orange Free State surrendered to the British on 13 March 1900

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"Unveiling the Untold Stories: The Boer War and its Impact on South Africa" Step back in time to the late 19th century, as we explore the captivating history of the Boer people. From Churchill's capture during the Boer War to a map depicting Southern Africa in 1898, these hints offer glimpses into a significant chapter. Amidst this tumultuous period, Princess Louise graced South African soil, leaving an indelible mark on local culture. Meanwhile, General Sir Redvers Buller strategized tirelessly to overcome obstacles faced by British forces in their quest for victory. The battles of Tweebosch and Colenso etched themselves into history books as fierce clashes that shaped the outcome of the war. Witnessing it all was General Sir Frederick Poole, a distinguished British army officer who would later play a crucial role in World War I. As Lord Brooke ascended to become Warwick's 6th Earl, Princess Helena and Prince Christian Victor embarked on an unforgettable journey through South Africa's diverse landscapes. Yet amidst these tales of royalty and bravery emerged caricatures such as Paul Kruger portrayed as an Ogre - reflecting political tensions at that time. In one poignant moment frozen forever by a creator's brushstroke lies The Night Charge of the 19th Hussars Near Lydenberg on Nov. 7th, 1900 – capturing both heroism and sacrifice amid darkness. And let us not forget those brave Boer soldiers firing their rifles with determination – symbols of resistance against foreign occupation during this Second Boer War. Join us on this historical expedition where stories unfold like pages from forgotten diaries; where triumphs are celebrated alongside heart-wrenching sacrifices; where heroes emerge from unlikely places; and where cultures collide amidst conflict-ridden landscapes. Discover how these events have left an enduring legacy within South Africa’s rich tapestry of history.