Old Yokel extols the fighting qualities of his son
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Old Yokel extols the fighting qualities of his son
" My Laad Garge as bin feaghtin t Booers. If e only whopped em like e did is did is Old Woman, ed mak em sit up, I tell ye." Date: 1900
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Old Yokel's Pride: A Tale of Valor and Humor from the Boer War Era This evocative photograph captures the image of an old, tall, and burly man, dressed in a heavy overcoat and wearing a large hat, seated on a bench with a contemplative expression. With a pipe clenched between his teeth, he shares a story with an unseen listener, his eyes gleaming with a mix of pride and humor. The caption inscribed below the image reads, "My Laad Garge as bin feaghtin t Booers. If e only whopped 'em like e did is did is Old Woman, ed mak em sit up, I tell ye." The scene transports us back to the tumultuous era of the Boer War in South Africa, a time of intense conflict between the British Army and the Dutch-speaking Boer farmers. The old man's words suggest that his son was a brave soldier who had faced the enemy with great courage. However, the humor in his tale lies in the comparison he makes between his son's fighting abilities and those of his wife. The use of colloquial language and the old man's rough demeanor may initially give the impression of a crude or even violent scene. However, upon closer examination, the image reveals a deeper layer of meaning. The old man's storytelling is a way of passing down history and preserving the legacy of his son's bravery. The humor in the tale serves to lighten the mood and underscore the resilience and strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. Despite the challenges of the past, the old man's story reminds us of the importance of family, love, and the enduring power of a good tale well told.
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