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Fine Art Print : BADEN-POWELL / CHIEF SCOUT
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BADEN-POWELL / CHIEF SCOUT
LORD ROBERT STEPHENSON SMYTH BADEN-POWELL English army and Chief scout rejects Boer embassy calling on him to surrender Mafeking Date: 1857 - 1941
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Baden Boer Calling Chief Embassy Mafeking Powell Rejects Smyth Stephenson Surrender Scout
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Introducing the captivating Baden-Powell Fine Art Print from Media Storehouse, brought to you by Mary Evans Prints Online. This exquisite image showcases the legendary British Army officer and founder of the Scout Movement, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, during his heroic defense of Mafeking against the Boers in 1899-1900. Rejecting the Boer embassy's call to surrender, Baden-Powell's unwavering determination and leadership became a symbol of resilience and courage. Add this inspiring piece to your collection and let the spirit of Baden-Powell's indomitable spirit ignite your home or office.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 35.5cm x 50.8cm (14" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 55.9cm x 66cm (22" x 26")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Defiant Spirit: Baden-Powell Rejects the Boer Embassy's Surrender Demand during the Siege of Mafeking" This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of scouting and the indomitable spirit of its founder, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, during the Siege of Mafeking in South Africa. The image, taken between 1899 and 1902, depicts Baden-Powell resolutely rejecting the Boer embassy's call for his surrender. Born on February 22, 1857, in London, England, Baden-Powell served in the British Army for over 20 years before being sent to South Africa to command the garrison at Mafeking during the Second Boer War. In late 1899, the town was besieged by Boer forces, and Baden-Powell and his small garrison faced a prolonged and arduous struggle to hold out against the enemy. During the siege, on February 27, 1900, a Boer embassy arrived at the British lines, bearing a white flag and a letter from the Boer commander, asking Baden-Powell to surrender. The photograph shows the determined and unyielding response of the British commander, who, despite the odds against him, refused to give in to the enemy's demands. Baden-Powell's steadfast refusal to surrender became a symbol of the British resistance during the siege, and his innovative use of unconventional tactics to keep his garrison supplied and morale high ultimately led to the relief of Mafeking on May 17, 1900. This pivotal moment in the war not only secured Baden-Powell's place in military history but also inspired him to develop the Scout Movement, which would go on to become a global phenomenon. The photograph stands as a testament to the resilience and leadership of Lord Robert Baden-Powell during the Siege of Mafeking, a defining moment in his life and the history of scouting.
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