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The Transvaal War, Meeting of Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant Joubert to arrange the Armistice, 9 March (engraving)
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The Transvaal War, Meeting of Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant Joubert to arrange the Armistice, 9 March (engraving)
1590352 The Transvaal War, Meeting of Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant Joubert to arrange the Armistice, 9 March (engraving) by Prior, Melton (1845-1910) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal War, Meeting of Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant Joubert to arrange the Armistice, 9 March. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 April 1881.
Melton Prior); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22550264
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
9 March Aides De Camp Armistice Arrange Boers First Boer War General Sir Evelyn Wood Interpreter Sir Evelyn Wood Tents Transvaal War
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The Transvaal War, Meeting of Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant Joubert to arrange the Armistice, 9 March (engraving) captures a pivotal moment in history during the First Boer War. The image depicts General Sir Evelyn Wood and Commandant P. J. Joubert coming together in a tented camp to negotiate an armistice on 9th March. The engraving, created by Melton Prior and published in The Illustrated London News on 23rd April 1881, showcases the tense atmosphere as these two military leaders meet amidst the backdrop of South Africa's challenging terrain. Aided by interpreters and their respective aides de camp, they engage in discussions that would shape the course of this conflict. Sir Evelyn Wood was a prominent British general who played a crucial role in various colonial campaigns. Commandant Joubert represented the Boers, fiercely independent farmers who fought against British control over their territories. This print offers viewers a glimpse into this significant historical event where diplomacy took center stage amid war-torn landscapes. It serves as a reminder of how dialogue can sometimes prevail over violence when both sides are willing to find common ground. Preserved within private collections today, this artwork continues to captivate audiences with its intricate details and portrayal of an important moment in South African history.
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