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WW1 - Well Done South Africa
WW1 - Well Done South Africa - During the First World War, Jan Smuts formed the South African Defence Force. His first task was to suppress the Maritz Rebellion by pro-German forces led by Colonel Maritz, commander of the frontier forces. Louis Botha carried out the campaign against the rebels but it was organised by Smuts who was Minister of Defence. Date: circa 1914
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Boer Botha Embroidered Embroidery Rebellion Rebels Revolt Sep18 Shilling Silk Smuts Maritz
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40cm x 26.8cm (15.7" x 10.6")
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This evocative postcard, emblazoned with the inscription "Well Done South Africa," commemorates a pivotal moment during the First World War when the newly formed South African Defence Force quelled the Maritz Rebellion. In 1914, as tensions escalated between pro-German forces and the British colonial administration, Colonel Maritz, commander of the frontier forces, led a separatist movement against the British rule. Jan Smuts, the Minister of Defence, played a crucial role in organizing the campaign against the rebels, despite Louis Botha carrying out the military operations on the ground. The Maritz Rebellion, also known as the Separatist Revolt or the Boer Revolt of 1914, was a significant challenge to British control in South Africa. Smuts' strategic planning and military acumen proved essential in suppressing the rebellion and maintaining the unity of the South African forces. This exquisitely crafted postcard, adorned with intricate silk embroidery, captures the spirit of resilience and determination that characterized the South African Defence Force during this tumultuous period. The image of the Union Jack flag, flanked by the emblems of South Africa and the British Army, symbolizes the alliance between the British and the South African forces in their collective effort to quell the rebellion and uphold the peace in the region. As a testament to the historical significance of this moment, this postcard serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War and the role that South Africa played in maintaining the stability of the British Empire.
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