Afrikaner Collection

General Methuen surrendering to de la Rey, 2nd Boer War, 7 March 1902. Paul Sandford Methuen (1845-1932) British Lieutenant-General

Group of child beggars. Date of Photograph:1875-1880

Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Africain; African; Afrikaner (engraving)
7194623 Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Africain; African; Afrikaner (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Africain; African; Afrikaner)

Surrender of Piet Cronje at Paardeberg, 1900 (gravure)
959905 Surrender of Piet Cronje at Paardeberg, 1900 (gravure) by Dupray, Henri-Louis (1841-1909); Private Collection; (add.info.: Surrender of Boer General Piet Cronje to the British at Paardeberg)

Dutch Boers (engraving)
1587011 Dutch Boers (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dutch Boers. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 24 September 1842)

Paul Kruger, President of the Transvaal Republic (sepia photo)
STC363448 Paul Kruger, President of the Transvaal Republic (sepia photo) by Elliott & Fry Studio (fl.1860-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904)

General Joubert (sepia photo)
STC363409 General Joubert (sepia photo) by Elliott & Fry Studio (fl.1860-90); Private Collection; (add.info.: Petrus Jacobus Joubert (1834-1900)

General De Wet (sepia photo)
STC363420 General De Wet (sepia photo) by South African Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Christiaan Rudolph de Wet (1854-1922), Boer General

Night attack on a Boer convoy by mounted infantry under Colonel Williams
STC363416 Night attack on a Boer convoy by mounted infantry under Colonel Williams, after a drawing by a British officer (litho) by Charlton

Charge of the Bushmen and New Zealanders on the Boer guns, near Klerksdorp
STC363412 Charge of the Bushmen and New Zealanders on the Boer guns, near Klerksdorp, 24th March 1901 (litho) by Woodville

Louis Botha, Afrikaner and first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa
498892 Louis Botha, Afrikaner and first Prime Minister of the Union of South Africa, from The Year 1919 Illustrated by English Photographer

The Gallant Bugler of Fort Itala (litho)
STC363417 The Gallant Bugler of Fort Itala (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Boers Caught in the act of cutting the telegraph wires (litho)
STC363415 Boers Caught in the act of cutting the telegraph wires (litho) by Paget, Walter Stanley (1861-1908); Private Collection; (add.info)

On the heels of De Wet: Mounted Infantry attacking a waggon train
STC403932 On the heels of De Wet: Mounted Infantry attacking a waggon train, illustration from Battles of the Nineteenth Century: Vol. VII, The Boer War 1900-1901 by Archibald Forbes, G.A

Paul Krugers House, Pretoria (colour photo)
3093879 Paul Krugers House, Pretoria (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Krugers House, Pretoria)

Louis Botha (b / w photo)
820874 Louis Botha (b/w photo) by South African Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Botha (1862-1919)

Louis Botha (b / w photo)
820873 Louis Botha (b/w photo) by South African Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Louis Botha (1862-1919)

Majuba Day : Boer General Piet Cronje Surrenders to Lord Roberts at Paardeberg
STC363440 Majuba Day : Boer General Piet Cronje Surrenders to Lord Roberts at Paardeberg on 27th February 1900, from a sketch by Frederic Villers (1851-1922) (litho) by Woodville

Burning the farm of a treacherous burgher, after a sketch by Melton Prior (1845-1910
STC363423 Burning the farm of a treacherous burgher, after a sketch by Melton Prior (1845-1910) (litho) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

General Piet Joubert, Commander-In-Chief of the Dutch South African Republic, 1890. (1914). Portrait of Afrikaner soldier and statesman Petrus Jakobus Joubert (1831-1900)

A Group of Afrikaners and Zulus, c1900. Creator: Unknown
A Group of Afrikanders and Zulus, c1900. From " South Africa in Peace and War" edited by C. Lang Neil. [Miles & Miles, London]

Ohm Kruger 1825-1904, 1934. Stephanus Johannes Paulus Paul Kruger (1825-1904), President of the Transvaal from 1883 to 1900. From Die Groszen der Weltgelchichte. [Ecktein-Halpaus, Dresden, 1934]

Boer commanders, South Africa, Boer War, 1902. Artist: Underwood & Underwood
Boer commanders, South Africa, Boer War, 1902. Ex-Commandant Generals Christiaan de Wet (1854-1922), Koos de la Rey (1837-1914) and Louis Botha (1862-1919)

Louis Botha, Afrikaner soldier and statesman, 1900 (1951). Botha was Commander-in-chief of the Boer forces from 1900 during the 2nd Boer War (1899-1902)

Clearing the remaining Germans out of the trenches by hand grenages, 1900s. Artist: Crown
Clearing the remaining Germans out of the trenches by hand grenages, 1900s. Stereoscopic card. Detail

Buffalo hunters in the Transvaal, South Africa, c1890. An engraving from Robert Browns The Countries of the World, published by Cassell, (London & Paris, c1890)

A diamond mine at Kimberley, Griqualand West, (Northern Cape, South Africa), c1890. An engraving from Robert Browns The Countries of the World, published by Cassell, (London & Paris, c1890)

Christiaan de Wet, Boer soldier and politician, c1900. De Wet (1854-1922) commanded the forces of the Orange Free State during the Second Boer War (1899-1902)

Piet Cronje, Boer leader and soldier, surrendering to Lord Roberts, Paardeberg, 1900
Piet Cronje, Boer leader and soldier, surrendering to Lord Roberts, Paardeberg, South Africa, 1900. Cronje (1835-1911) fought against the British in the 1st Boer War

Sectional view of a typical Boer entrenchment, Boer War, c1900. The 2nd Boer War 1899-1902

Piet Cronje, Boer leader and soldier, c1900. Cronje (1835-1911) fought against the British in the 1st Boer War and defeated the Jameson raiders at Krugersdorp, on 29 December 1895

Martinus Theunis Steyn, South African statesman c1900. Steyn (1857-1916) was President of the Orange Free State from 1896 He allied the Orange Free State with the Transvaal during the Boer War

Burning the Farm of a Treacherous Burgher, 2nd Boer War, c1900. A Boer farmers wife shakes her fist at the British soldiers

Louis Botha, Afrikaner soldier and statesman, c1900. Botha (1862-1919), pictured here posing with his decorated Mauser rifle

Koos de la Rey, Afrikaner soldier and statesman, c1900. Jacobus Hercules de la Rey (1847-1914), assumed charge of Boer operations in western Transvaal on 1 July 1900

Louis Botha receiving intelligence from a native spy, 2nd Boer War, c1900. Louis Botha (1862-1919), South African soldier and statesman, was Commander-in-chief of Boer forces from 1900 during the war

Battle of Blood River, 2nd Boer War, 17 September 1901. Artist: Frederick Judd Waugh
Battle of Blood River, 2nd Boer War, 17 September 1901. Boers charging Major Goughs force at Blood River. The British were overwhelmed by Bothas Boers who captured much-needed supplies of ammunition

Assault on Wagon Hill, 2nd Boer War, 6 January 1900. Wagon Hill, 5km south of Ladysmith, was an important British position during the Siege of Ladysmith which lasted from 1 November 1899 to 28

Boers besieging Ladysmith, 2nd Boer War, 1899-1900. The town of Ladysmith was under siege from 1 November 1899 to 28 February 1900 until the siege was raised by British forces under General Henry

The Pilgrims Rest, caricature af Paul Kruger, South African politician, 1900. Artist: John Tenniel
The Sinking Ship, caricature af Paul Kruger, South African politician, 1900. Known as Oom (uncle) Paul, Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904)

Paul Kruger, South African politician, c1900. Known as Oom (uncle) Paul, Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904) was President of the Transvaal or South African Republic from 1883

Christiaan De Wet, Afrikaner soldier, politician and big game hunter, c1899. De Wet (1854-1922) addressing burghers near Ventersdorp Station

Piet (Petrus Jacobus) Joubert, Afrikaner soldier and statesman, c1890. Born in the Cape Colony, Joubert (1834-1900), commanded Transvaal forces in the 1st Boer War (1880-1881)

Louis Botha, 1862 A

African Colonial Members Of The Closer Union Convention Of 1908 Who Reached Terms Which Resulted In The British Parliament Passing The South Africa Act Of 1909

Louis Botha And His Family. Louis Botha, 1862 To 1919. Afrikaner And First Prime Minister Of The Union Of South Africa. From The Illustrated War News, 1915

Large-flowered corn-flag or large brown afrikaner, native to South Africa, Gladiolus liliaceus.. Handcolored copperplate engraving from a botanical illustration by Sydenham Edwards from William

Biltong is a kind of cured meat (South Africa and Namibia), Pemmican (U. S. A. and Canada)
Biltong is a kind of cured meat (South Africa and Namibia), Pemmican (U.S.A. and Canada). Traditionally pemmican was prepared from the lean meat of large game such as buffalo, elk or deer)

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The Afrikaner people have a rich and complex history, filled with moments of triumph and struggle. One such moment occurred on 7 March 1902, during the Second Boer War, when General Methuen surrendered to de la Rey. This event marked a significant turning point in the war and showcased the resilience and determination of the Afrikaners. Le Vocabulaire Illustre: Africain; African; Afrikaner captures the essence of this diverse group of people. From their Dutch Boers roots to their unique identity as Afrikaners, they have carved out a distinct place in South African history. The surrender of Piet Cronje at Paardeberg in 1900 is another pivotal moment that shaped the course of the war. The engraving immortalizes this event, reminding us of both the bravery and sacrifices made by these courageous individuals. Leaders like Paul Kruger, President of the Transvaal Republic, General Joubert, and General De Wet played crucial roles in guiding their people through these turbulent times. Their sepia photos serve as reminders of their unwavering commitment to defending their land and way of life. The night attack on a Boer convoy by mounted infantry under Colonel Williams showcases not only military tactics but also highlights how resourceful and adaptable these fighters were in defending themselves against formidable opponents. The charge led by Bushmen and New Zealanders near Klerksdorp demonstrates unity among different groups fighting for a common cause - freedom from oppression. It symbolizes how alliances were formed amidst adversity for a greater purpose. Louis Botha stands tall as an iconic figure within Afrikaner history - not only was he an influential leader but also became South Africa's first Prime Minister after unification. His leadership skills paved the way for progress towards peace and reconciliation between different communities within South Africa. Even everyday heroes are celebrated within this narrative.