Framed Print : Boer War Reporters
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Boer War Reporters
BOER WAR : War correspondent Villiers is mistaken for a Boer and shot at by British soldiers before he can establish his identity : luckily their aim is poor Date: 1900
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Boer Correspondent Establish Identity Luckily Mistaken Poor Press Reporters Reporting Shot Villiers
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Add history to your walls with the Media Storehouse Framed Prints featuring the captivating image "Boer War Reporters" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online. This iconic photograph, dated 1900, captures the tense moment when a British soldier mistakes a war correspondent, Villiers, for a Boer and takes aim. The luckily inaccurate shot leaves Villiers unharmed, making this image a testament to the courage and determination of war correspondents. Bring this piece of history into your home and start a conversation with our high-quality framed prints.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.4cm x 40.4cm (15.9" x 15.9")
Estimated Product Size is 62cm x 44.6cm (24.4" x 17.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
"This evocative photograph captures the danger and uncertainty that war correspondents faced during the Boer War (1899-1902) in South Africa. In the image, we see the renowned British war correspondent, Percival Leighton Villiers, with his hands raised in surrender as British soldiers aim their rifles at him. Villiers, dressed in a khaki shirt and trousers, had been mistaken for a Boer guerrilla fighter due to his attire and the chaotic conditions of the battlefield. The Boer War marked a significant turning point in the history of war reporting, as the communications and press industries evolved to keep the public informed of the conflict. War correspondents, like Villiers, played a crucial role in providing firsthand accounts of the war to the British public. However, their proximity to the action made them vulnerable targets for both sides. Despite the imminent danger, Villiers managed to establish his identity before any harm was done. His lucky escape can be attributed to the poor aim of the British soldiers, who may have been distracted by the chaos of the battle or the heat of the moment. This photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the risks and challenges that war correspondents faced during times of conflict, and their vital role in reporting the truth to the world." The Boer War was a complex and brutal conflict that saw the British attempt to assert their dominance over the Dutch-speaking Boer settlers in South Africa. The war lasted from 1899 to 1902 and resulted in significant loss of life and destruction. Despite the dangers, war correspondents like Villiers played a crucial role in reporting on the conflict and keeping the British public informed. This photograph is a testament to the bravery and determination of these journalists and the importance of their work.
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