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Poster marking returning soldiers from the Boer war
Poster marking returning soldiers from the second Boer war ( 11 Oct 1899 ?? 31 May 1902) Also known as the Boer War, Anglo-Boer War, or South African War, was fought between the British Empire and two independent Boer states, the South African Republic and the Orange Free State, over the Empire's influence in South Africa. The private in the image is holding the banner of the gallant corps which consists of the cross of St George and the City Dagger. The map of South Africa is seen behind. Date: circa 1900
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Media ID 32251320
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1899 Banner Boer Corps Dagger Empires Free Independent Influence Privates Returning 1902 Anglo Boer
18x24 inch Poster Print
Step back in time with our exclusive Media Storehouse range of vintage poster prints, featuring this poignant image from the Consolidated Archive Holdings Ltd collection. Captured from Mary Evans Prints Online, this powerful poster marks the triumphant return of soldiers from the Second Boer War (11 Oct 1899 - 31 May 1902), also known as the Anglo-Boer War or South African War. Add a piece of historical significance to your home or office decor with this authentic, high-quality reproduction.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes. Printed on 150 gsm Matte Paper for a natural feel and supplied rolled in a tube. Great for framing and should last many years. To clean wipe with a microfiber, non-abrasive cloth or napkin. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Product Size is 46.3cm x 61.6cm (18.2" x 24.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative poster marks the triumphant return of British soldiers after the end of the Second Boer War, which took place between 11 October 1899 and 31 May 1902. Also known as the Anglo-Boer War or the South African War, this conflict pitted the British Empire against the independent Boer states of the South African Republic and the Orange Free State, as the Empire sought to assert its influence in South Africa. The private soldier depicted in the image proudly holds aloft the banner of "The Gallant Corps," an honorific title given to the brave men who served in this hard-fought conflict. The banner bears the Cross of St. George, the national symbol of England, and the City Dagger, a symbol of the City of London, which played a significant role in financing the war effort. The map of South Africa in the background serves as a poignant reminder of the distant lands these soldiers have fought to protect. The uniformed private stands tall and resolute, his expression one of pride and relief, as he looks out towards the cheering crowds that have gathered to welcome him home. The Second Boer War was a defining moment in British military history, and this powerful poster captures the spirit of triumph and jubilation that marked the end of the conflict.
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