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Framed Print : Post Office, Bulawayo, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
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Post Office, Bulawayo, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe)
Post Office, Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), with the Matabele Rebellion Memorial on the right. Date: circa 1920
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Bulawayo Clock Colonialism Matabele Office Rebellion Rhodesia Southern Zimbabwe
A2 Premium Frame with A3 Poster
Step back in time with our exquisite framed print from Media Storehouse, featuring the iconic image of the Post Office in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Captured circa 1920, this historic photograph showcases the architectural beauty of Southern Rhodesia's second-largest city. The Matabele Rebellion Memorial adds an intriguing narrative to this captivating piece. Bring this piece of African history into your home or office and add a touch of timeless elegance to your decor.
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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.
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This evocative photograph captures the Post Office building in Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), during the 1920s. The Post Office, a symbol of colonial administration, stands proudly in the heart of the city, its grand architecture a testament to the power and influence of the British Empire in Africa. The clock tower on the left adds a sense of order and progress, while the bustling street scene outside suggests the daily hustle and bustle of life in this bustling colonial outpost. But this image also carries a deeper historical significance. To the right of the Post Office, the Matabele Rebellion Memorial can be seen. This memorial commemorates the Matabele Rebellion of 1896, a major uprising against colonial rule led by the Ndebele people under the leadership of their king, Lobengula. The rebellion was brutally suppressed by British forces, resulting in the deaths of thousands of Ndebele people. The memorial, erected many years later, serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous relationship between the colonial powers and the indigenous populations of Africa. The photograph, taken circa 1920, offers a glimpse into a bygone era of colonialism and imperialism in Africa. It is a poignant reminder of the complex history of a continent that continues to shape the world today.
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