Sir Alfred Milner Collection

An Interview With Boer Leaders And British Representatives To Discuss Peace After Three Years Of War (Colour Litho)
2798545 An Interview With Boer Leaders And British Representatives To Discuss Peace After Three Years Of War (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

A Well-Earned Furlough, Sir Alfred Milner En Route for Home (litho)
1593684 A Well-Earned Furlough, Sir Alfred Milner En Route for Home (litho) by Begg, Samuel (fl.1886-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Well-Earned Furlough)

Premier and Pro-Consul, the Arrival of Sir Alfred (now Lord) Milner at Waterloo on 24 May
1593709 Premier and Pro-Consul, the Arrival of Sir Alfred (now Lord) Milner at Waterloo on 24 May, welcome by the Prime Minister (litho) by Begg

The Political Crisis in Cape Colony, the High Commissioner (engraving)
1599793 The Political Crisis in Cape Colony, the High Commissioner (engraving) by Stewart, Allan (1865-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Political Crisis in Cape Colony)

Colonel Hanbury Williams, Military Secretary to Sir Alfred Milner, British High Commissioner for South Africa
6015057 Colonel Hanbury Williams, Military Secretary to Sir Alfred Milner, British High Commissioner for South Africa, and his wife (b/w photo) by English Photographer

Caricature of Sir Alfred Milner, British colonial Governor of the Cape Colony at the outbreak of the Second Boer War
6029706 Caricature of Sir Alfred Milner, British colonial Governor of the Cape Colony at the outbreak of the Second Boer War, 1899 (colour litho) by English School

Sir Alfred Milner, KCB, New Governor of the Cape (engraving)
1597179 Sir Alfred Milner, KCB, New Governor of the Cape (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alfred Milner, KCB, New Governor of the Cape)

King Edward VII proclaimed at Cape Town (b / w photo)
1593331 King Edward VII proclaimed at Cape Town (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: King Edward VII proclaimed at Cape Town)

The New Colonial Governors (b / w photo)
1593180 The New Colonial Governors (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Colonial Governors)

The Latest Portrait of Sir Alfred Milner (b / w photo)
1592500 The Latest Portrait of Sir Alfred Milner (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Latest Portrait of Sir Alfred Milner)

Sir Alfred Milner (colour litho)
5216186 Sir Alfred Milner (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alfred Milner)

Sir Alfred Milner interviewing Colonel Cholmondeley of the CIV (colour litho)
5216156 Sir Alfred Milner interviewing Colonel Cholmondeley of the CIV (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Alfred Milner, KCB (b / w photo)
970411 Sir Alfred Milner, KCB (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alfred Milner, KCB)

Sir Alfred Milner at his desk (colour litho)
5216184 Sir Alfred Milner at his desk (colour litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alfred Milner at his desk)

The Conference in Bloemfontein (engraving)
1598968 The Conference in Bloemfontein (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Conference in Bloemfontein)

The Bloemfontein Conference, Reception at the Presidency, Meeting of Sir Alfred Milner and President Kruger (engraving)
1599056 The Bloemfontein Conference, Reception at the Presidency, Meeting of Sir Alfred Milner and President Kruger (engraving) by Forestier

Signing of the peace treaty ending the Boer War (colour litho)
2782296 Signing of the peace treaty ending the Boer War (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Signing of the peace treaty ending the Boer War)

Sir Alfred Milner (colour litho)
612087 Sir Alfred Milner (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sir Alfred Milner, High Commissioner, 15 April 1897)

Arrival of Sir Alfred Milner at Bloemfontein Railway Station (engraving)
1599608 Arrival of Sir Alfred Milner at Bloemfontein Railway Station (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Sir Alfred Milner addressing an audience on Mafeking Day (litho)
5216189 Sir Alfred Milner addressing an audience on Mafeking Day (litho) by Menpes, Mortimer Ludington (1855-1938); Private Collection; (add.info)

Home for a Well-Earned Rest, Sir Alfred Milners Arrival at Waterloo (litho)
1040385 Home for a Well-Earned Rest, Sir Alfred Milners Arrival at Waterloo (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Home for a Well-Earned Rest)

Sir Alfred Milner, K. C. B. 1900. Creator: Elliot & Fry
Sir Alfred Milner, K.C.B. 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

Lord Milner, 1901. Creator: Mortimer L Menpes
Lord Milner, 1901. Portrait of British statesman Alfred Milner, 1st Viscount Milner (1854-1925), High Commissioner to South Africa from 1897-1905

Lord Roberts and Sir Alfred Milner with their Personal Staffs, 1900, (1901). Creator: Unknown
Lord Roberts and Sir Alfred Milner with their Personal Staffs, December 1900, (1901). Group portrait of British officers taken at Government House, Cape Town, South Africa

Sir Alfred Milner, British statesman, 1900. Artist: Keystone View Company
Sir Alfred Milner, British statesman, 1900. Milner (1854-1925) was Governor of the Cape Colony and High Commissioner to Southern Africa from 1897-1901

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"Sir Alfred Milner: A Statesman's Journey Through War and Peace" In this captivating collection of images, we catch a glimpse into the life and career of Sir Alfred Milner, a prominent figure in British colonial history. From his role as the British High Commissioner for South Africa to his involvement in peace negotiations after three years of war, Milner's impact on the region is undeniable. One lithograph shows an intense moment during an interview between Boer leaders and British representatives, symbolizing Milner's commitment to finding common ground amidst conflict. Another litho captures a well-earned furlough as he embarks on his journey home, reflecting both exhaustion from his duties and anticipation for much-needed rest. As Premier and Pro-Consul, Milner's arrival at Waterloo is met with warm greetings from the Prime Minister himself. This image highlights not only his esteemed position but also the recognition of his significant contributions to Cape Colony politics during a time of crisis. Accompanied by Colonel Hanbury Williams, Military Secretary to Sir Alfred Milner, we see a black-and-white photo capturing their partnership in navigating the challenges faced by South Africa. Their dedication shines through as they work tirelessly towards stability and progress. A caricature portrays Sir Alfred Milner at the outbreak of the Second Boer War—a reminder that even amidst turmoil, he remained steadfast in upholding British interests while striving for resolution. His appointment as Governor of Cape Colony further solidifies his influential role within colonial governance. The proclamation of King Edward VII at Cape Town serves as a testament to both Britain's imperial reach and Sir Alfred Milner's pivotal role in shaping its colonies' destiny. Alongside other new colonial governors depicted in another black-and-white photo, it becomes evident that these individuals held immense responsibility in steering their respective regions towards prosperity under British rule. Through various portraits—both engraved and photographed—we witness how time has etched itself upon Sir Alfred Milner's face.