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Scenes in Ladysmith after the Siege (b / w photo)
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Scenes in Ladysmith after the Siege (b / w photo)
1599543 Scenes in Ladysmith after the Siege (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Scenes in Ladysmith after the Siege. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 21 April 1900.
English Photographer (20th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23399780
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Bidding Contingent Departure Entraining Farewell Forming General Buller Gordons Guard Of Honour Ladysmith Leaving Railway Station Second Boer War Siege Sir George White Witnessing Hms Terrible
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This print captures the poignant scenes in Ladysmith after the Siege during the Second Boer War. Taken by an English photographer in the 20th century, this historical image is part of a private collection. The photograph depicts a contingent forming a guard of honor to bid farewell and witness the departure of General Buller and Sir George White. The atmosphere at the railway station is filled with mixed emotions as soldiers prepare to leave Ladysmith on board HMS Terrible. The Gordons, along with other military personnel, can be seen entraining for their journey away from this war-torn South African town. The aftermath of the siege is evident in every detail captured by this skilled photographer's lens. The worn-out buildings and weary faces tell stories of resilience and sacrifice endured during those challenging times. This photograph offers us a glimpse into history, reminding us of the courage displayed by those who fought in this conflict. It serves as a testament to human strength amidst adversity and stands as an important document of that era. Displayed within Fine Art Finder's collection, courtesy of Bridgeman Images, this powerful image allows us to reflect upon our shared past while honoring those who played their part in shaping it.
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