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After Paardeberg: General Cronje A Prisoner, February 1900, (c1900). Creator: A.E. Huitt
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After Paardeberg: General Cronje A Prisoner, February 1900, (c1900). Creator: A.E. Huitt
After Paardeberg: General Cronje A Prisoner, February 1900, (c1900). Boer general Piet Cronje surrendered to the British after the Battle of Paardeberg, South Africa. Engraving after a photograph. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX". [Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York & Melbourne]
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After Paardeberg - General Cronje A Prisoner,
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is an engraving by A.E. Huitt depicting Boer General Piet Cronje, surrendering to the British forces following the Battle of Paardeberg in South Africa, in February 1900. The image captures a poignant moment in the Second Boer War, as General Cronje, dressed in a simple suit and pith helmet, sits on a folding camping stool, surrounded by British officers. The scene is reminiscent of a quiet moment during military campaigns, with the desolate landscape in the background adding to the sense of isolation and surrender. General Cronje, a prominent Boer military leader, was known for his strategic prowess and tenacity in battle. However, after the prolonged siege of Paardeberg, his forces were left with few options, and he ultimately decided to surrender to the British, marking a significant turning point in the war. The engraving is a testament to the historical significance of the event and the fashion of the time. The men are dressed in military uniforms, with the British officers wearing traditional red coats and the Boer general in a simple suit and pith helmet. The folding chair, a common piece of camping equipment, adds to the practicality of the scene. This image was originally published in "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX," by Cassell and Company, Limited, London, Paris, New York, and Melbourne. The engraving is a valuable historical record of the Second Boer War and the surrender of General Cronje, providing a glimpse into the military tactics and fashion of the early 20th century.
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