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General view of Grahamstown (b / w photo)
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General view of Grahamstown (b / w photo)
3092390 General view of Grahamstown (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: General view of Grahamstown. Illustration for Picturesque South Africa (Dennis Edwards, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
Media ID 22227762
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1652 1820 1874 Advantage Albany Arose Bayonets Benefits Cape Town Central Civilisation Claiming Distinguished Division Headquarters Independence Maintaining Named Obtaining Origin Point Presence Rallying Rights Savages Selected Settlers South African Spirit Spot Task Aided Bestowed Cradled Natives Sturdy Successfully Ultimately Undertook
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This print captures a general view of Grahamstown, an English settlement in South Africa during the 19th century. The image showcases the civilisation and spirit that thrived in this Dutch-influenced town, which served as a central hub for trade and military operations. With its strategic location and advantageous benefits, Grahamstown became the headquarters for British forces, ultimately contending for predominance in the region. The photograph highlights the distinguished presence of Colonel John Graham, after whom the town was named. He successfully maintained British control over this infant colony while claiming rights to land inhabited by natives. The settlers, aided by bayonets and sturdy troops, undertook the task of conciliating with local tribes amidst rising tensions. Cradled between Albany and Cape Town, Grahamstown played a crucial role in obtaining independence from Great Britain. This historic spot witnessed significant progress as it evolved from a small European settlement established in 1820 to a thriving center of commerce by 1874. The photographer skillfully captures the essence of this pivotal moment in South African history through his lens. This image serves as a testament to both colonial influence and indigenous resistance within an ever-changing landscape.
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