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A Threatened Attack at Dawn on Colonel Plumers Column, preparing to Defend a Kopje (litho)
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A Threatened Attack at Dawn on Colonel Plumers Column, preparing to Defend a Kopje (litho)
1048534 A Threatened Attack at Dawn on Colonel Plumers Column, preparing to Defend a Kopje (litho) by Browne, Gordon Frederick (1858-1932) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Threatened Attack at Dawn on Colonel Plumers Column, preparing to Defend a Kopje. Illustration for The Graphic, 9 June 1900.); Look and Learn / Illustrated Papers Collection
Media ID 23540422
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Boer War Dawn Defend Kopje Preparing
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The captivating lithograph titled "A Threatened Attack at Dawn on Colonel Plumers Column, preparing to Defend a Kopje" by Gordon Frederick Browne takes us back in time to the intense atmosphere of the Boer War. This powerful image captures the tension and anticipation that hung in the air as Colonel Plumer's column prepared for an imminent attack. In this scene, we witness soldiers diligently fortifying their position atop a kopje, a small hill or rocky outcrop commonly used as strategic vantage points during battles. The first light of dawn casts long shadows across the rugged terrain, adding an eerie sense of urgency to their preparations. Every detail is meticulously rendered in this engraving; from the determined expressions on each soldier's face to the carefully arranged sandbags and artillery placements. It is evident that these men are fully aware of the impending danger they face and are ready to defend their position with unwavering courage. This artwork originally appeared in The Graphic magazine on June 9th, 1900, providing readers with a vivid visual representation of one of many perilous moments experienced during this tumultuous conflict. Today, it serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought bravely in defense of their beliefs and homeland. Bridgeman Images has preserved this historical gem within its private collection, allowing us to appreciate both Browne's artistic skill and his ability to capture such raw emotion within his work.
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