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Defeat of a Night Attempt to Cross the Railway, 1902. Creator: Allan Stewart
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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. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VII", by Louis Creswicke. [The Caxton Publishing Co. London, 1902]
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1899 1902 2nd Boer War Allan Allan Stewart Arms Raised Arms Up Bamp W Boer Boer Wars Boers Caxton Publishing Company Caxton Pulishing Company Caxton Pulishing Company Limited Caxton Pulishing Company Ltd Creswicke Crossing Defeat Defeated Guerrilla Warfare Illuminate Illuminated Illumination Illuminations Limited Lit Up Louis Louis Creswicke Raised Arms Searchlight Second Boer War Second Transvaal War South Africa South Africa And The Transvaal War South African Startled Stewart Surrender Surrendering Transvaal British Empire
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This photo print, titled "Defeat of a Night Attempt to Cross the Railway, 1902" captures a significant moment during the Second Boer War in South Africa. The image showcases the ingenious use of searchlights powered by mobile generators to illuminate the railways against potential Boer attacks at night. In this scene, we see a group of British soldiers on horseback, their figures illuminated by the powerful beams of light. Startled and overwhelmed by this unexpected display of technology, they raise their arms in surrendering gestures. The tension is palpable as these men find themselves defeated in their attempt to cross the railway under cover of darkness. The photograph not only highlights the technological advancements employed during warfare but also offers insight into colonialism and guerrilla warfare tactics used during that period. Allan Stewart skillfully captures both the dramatic atmosphere and historical significance within this single frame. Published in Louis Creswicke's book "South Africa and the Transvaal War" this print serves as a visual testament to an important chapter in British imperial history. It reminds us of how conflicts shape nations and how innovations can turn tides even amidst challenging circumstances. As we gaze upon this striking image from over a century ago, it invites us to reflect on themes such as power dynamics, military strategies, and human resilience – all encapsulated within one frozen moment captured through time.
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