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The Queens Royal West Surrey Regiment entraining for Southampton en route for the Cape, Bluejackets cheering the Departing Troops (b / w photo)
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The Queens Royal West Surrey Regiment entraining for Southampton en route for the Cape, Bluejackets cheering the Departing Troops (b / w photo)
1592792 The Queens Royal West Surrey Regiment entraining for Southampton en route for the Cape, Bluejackets cheering the Departing Troops (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Queens Royal West Surrey Regiment entraining for Southampton en route for the Cape, Bluejackets cheering the Departing Troops. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 28 October 1899.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 22824746
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bluejackets Cape Cheering Entraining Route Second Boer War Southampton
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in history as The Queens Royal West Surrey Regiment prepares to depart for Southampton en route to the Cape during the Second Boer War. Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this powerful image showcases the regiment's departure amidst a backdrop of cheering bluejackets. The troops can be seen boarding the train, their stoic expressions revealing both determination and apprehension. As they prepare to embark on their journey, bluejackets line up along the platform, waving goodbye and offering words of encouragement. Their presence symbolizes solidarity and support for these departing soldiers. The composition of this photograph is strikingly beautiful, with its stark contrast between light and shadow adding depth and emotion to the scene. The monochromatic tones emphasize the gravity of this historical moment, capturing not only a military event but also a sense of national pride and sacrifice. Published in The Illustrated London News on October 28th, 1899, this image serves as a visual record of an important chapter in British military history. It reminds us of the bravery displayed by these soldiers as they embarked on their perilous journey towards war. Preserved within a private collection today, this photograph continues to evoke emotions and tell stories from a time long gone. Its significance lies not only in its artistic value but also in its ability to transport viewers back to an era defined by conflict and heroism.
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