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Types of the Black Watch 1899
One of the gallant regiments represented at the Battle of Magersfontein, Kimberley, South Africa. Date: December 1899
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Media ID 20160199
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Bubblepunk
1899 Bagpipes Gallant Highland Instruments Kimberley Regiment Regiments Scotish Uniforms Watch December Magersfontein Musical
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 18.5cm x 23.7cm (7.3" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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This evocative photograph captures the Black Watch, one of the gallant regiments that took part in the historic Battle of Magersfontein in Kimberley, South Africa, on December 11, 1899. The Black Watch, also known as the Royal Highland Regiment of Scotland, is proudly displayed in this image, with its distinctive black tartan and vibrant red and yellow sashes. The regiment, part of the Highland Brigade, was renowned for its fierce fighting spirit and musical tradition, as evidenced by the presence of pipers playing the bagpipes. The Battle of Magersfontein was a significant engagement during the Second Boer War, with the British forces suffering a humiliating defeat at the hands of the Boer commandos. Despite the outcome, the Black Watch continued to uphold its reputation for bravery and discipline, even in the face of adversity. The uniforms of the Black Watch soldiers in this photograph are a testament to their Scottish heritage, with the kilts, sporrans, and bonnets adorned with intricate tartan patterns. The regiment's unique uniform, combined with the haunting sound of the bagpipes, made it a formidable sight on the battlefield and instilled fear in the hearts of the enemy. This photograph is a poignant reminder of the gallant regiments that fought valiantly in the Battle of Magersfontein, and the enduring legacy of the Black Watch in Scottish military history.
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