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King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b / w photo)
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King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b / w photo)
5920754 King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879 (b/w photo) by Unknown photographer, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879.
Photograph by James Bruton, 1879.
Cetshwayo was King of Zululand, a territory bordering Natal and the Transvaal. In 1878 he refused to disband his Zulu army or to cooperate with Sir Bartle FrereAs plan for imperial federation in South Africa. In January 1879 a force commanded by Lieutenant-General Lord Chelmsford invaded Zululand. CetshwayoAs army resisted bravely, but the king became a fugitive after the Battle of Ulundi (4 July 1879). He was taken prisoner in August. Deprived of his kingdom he was sent into exile at Cape Town.); eNational Army Museum; out of copyright
Media ID 22764654
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This print captures a significant moment in history - King Cetshwayo in exile at Cape Town, 1879. The image showcases the resilience and strength of this influential figure, who was once the King of Zululand. In 1878, King Cetshwayo refused to disband his Zulu army or cooperate with Sir Bartle Frere's plan for imperial federation in South Africa. This led to a military invasion of Zululand by Lieutenant-General Lord Chelmsford's forces in January 1879. Despite putting up a brave resistance, the Battle of Ulundi on July 4th resulted in Cetshwayo becoming a fugitive. The photograph reveals the aftermath of these events as we see King Cetshwayo stripped off his kingdom and taken prisoner in August. He is depicted here during his time in exile at Cape Town, where he was sent after being deprived of his power. This portrait not only highlights the physical appearance of King Cetshwayo but also serves as a reminder of the complex political dynamics and struggles that shaped South Africa during this period. It offers us an opportunity to reflect on themes such as royalty, imprisonment, cultural identity, and societal change. Preserved by Bridgeman Images from Fine Art Finder and housed at the National Army Museum in London, this historic photograph provides valuable insight into an important chapter in African history.
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