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The Transvaal Crisis, Departure of Troops from Aldershot and Southampton (b / w photo)
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The Transvaal Crisis, Departure of Troops from Aldershot and Southampton (b / w photo)
1592650 The Transvaal Crisis, Departure of Troops from Aldershot and Southampton (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Transvaal Crisis, Departure of Troops from Aldershot and Southampton. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 23 September 1899.
English Photographer (19th Century)); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23070850
© Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection / Bridgeman Images
Aldershot Army Service Corps Bidding Cape Departure Embarking Entraining Farewell Friends Jetty Second Boer War Southampton Transvaal Crisis Troopships
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This photograph captures a poignant moment in history - "The Transvaal Crisis, Departure of Troops from Aldershot and Southampton". Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this image showcases the military farewell as troops embark on their journey to South Africa during the Second Boer War. The scene unfolds at Southampton's jetty, where troopships await. Soldiers from various regiments, including the 1st Northumberland Fusiliers and Ordnance Corps, can be seen bidding farewell to their loved ones. The atmosphere is filled with mixed emotions - anticipation, anxiety, and sadness. As friends and family gather on the troop deck of SS Gaul, soldiers prepare for departure. The photograph beautifully captures the camaraderie amongst comrades as they entrain onto the ship. Each face tells a unique story of sacrifice and duty. This historic moment was immortalized through photography for The Illustrated London News in September 1899. It serves as a reminder of the immense challenges faced by those who served during times of crisis. Preserved within a private collection today, this print offers us a glimpse into an era marked by conflict but also resilience. Its significance lies not only in its historical value but also in its ability to evoke empathy towards those who fought bravely for their country.
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