George Pomeroy Colley Collection

Johannesburg from the North, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Johannesburg from the North, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Pretoria from the East, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Pretoria from the East, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Where Colley Fell. Rough Cairn of Stones on Majuba Hill, 1900. Creator: George Washington Wilson
Where Colley Fell. Rough Cairn of Stones on Majuba Hill, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Sir George Colley, c1882-85
Sir George Colley, c1880. Sir George Pomeroy Colley, (1835 -1881), British Army officer. After a photograph by Maull & Fox. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Sir George Colley at Majuba Hill, c1881. Episode of the First Boer War (1880-1881). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Sir George Pomeroy Colley, c1880. Sir George Pomeroy Colley (1835-1881), British Army officer. From a photograph by Henry Maull (1829-1914) & John Fox (1832-1907)

Plan of the March to Majuba Hill, (February 26, 1881), c1880s. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris & Melbourne, c1880]

Sir George Colley at Majuba Hill, 1906
Sir George Colley at the Battle of Majuba Hill, South Africa, 1881 (1906). Majuba Hill was the main and decisive battle of the First Boer War

Battle of Majuba Hill, 1st Boer War, 26-27 February 1881. Artist: Richard Caton Woodville II
Battle of Majuba Hill, 1st Boer War, 26-27 February 1881. British troops under Major-General George Colley took Majuba Hill. The Boers counterattacked, taking the British by surprise

92nd Gordon Highlanders in retreat, Battle of Majuba Hill, 1st Boer War, 26-27 February 1881. British troops under Major-General George Colley took Majuba Hill

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"George Pomeroy Colley: Capturing the Essence of South Africa's History" Step back in time to Johannesburg from the North, 1900. Through the lens of George Washington Wilson, witness the bustling cityscape that once thrived during an era of change and discovery. In another captivating photograph titled "South African Natives - Bound for the Gold-Fields, " also taken in 1900 by Wilson, we catch a glimpse of hope and determination etched on the faces of those embarking on a journey towards prosperity. Traveling further south to Kimberley, as seen from the Rock Shaft, we are transported to a panoramic view that showcases both natural beauty and human ingenuity. This snapshot freezes a moment in time when progress was marked by towering structures against a vast landscape. Pretoria from the East offers us yet another perspective into South Africa's rich history. The image captured by Wilson in 1900 reveals an evolving cityscape with its own unique charm and character. However, it is Majuba Hill that holds particular significance within Sir George Colley's story. A rough cairn of stones stands as a solemn reminder where Colley fell during his fateful encounter at this very site. It was here that he faced his ultimate challenge – one that would forever shape his legacy. Through various portraits spanning different periods such as "Sir George Colley at Majuba Hill" (c1881) or "Sir George Pomeroy Colley" (c1880), we gain insight into the man behind these historical events. His stoic demeanor reflects strength and resilience amidst adversity. A plan meticulously laid out for the March to Majuba Hill (February 26, 1881) provides us with valuable context surrounding this pivotal event. It serves as evidence of strategic thinking employed during times of conflict. The Battle of Majuba Hill itself comes alive through Richard Caton Woodville II's artistic depiction.