Boer War Collection (page 7)

Trekking home
930986 Trekking home by Waugh, J. J. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Flag to Pretoria; After Pretoria; The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Brothers Limited c 1910); English

A camp sing song
930984 A camp sing song by Read, Edward (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Flag to Pretoria; After Pretoria; The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Brothers Limited c 1910)

Surrender of General Prinsloo 30 July 1900
930980 Surrender of General Prinsloo 30 July 1900 by Prater, Ernest (fl.1885-1937); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Flag to Pretoria; After Pretoria; The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth)

An irresistable temptation: Springbok appear where Boers were expected
930969 An irresistable temptation: Springbok appear where Boers were expected by Charlton, John (1849-1917); Private Collection; (add.info)

Clearing the kopjes at Rustenburg
930983 Clearing the kopjes at Rustenburg by Woodville, Richard Caton (1825-55); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Flag to Pretoria; After Pretoria; The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth)

Boer swearing neutrality in the courthouse at Ventersdorp, after delivering his rifle
930968 Boer swearing neutrality in the courthouse at Ventersdorp, after delivering his rifle by Ball, A. C. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info)

Surrender of 180 British soldiers to the Boers in South Africa (colour litho)
2807712 Surrender of 180 British soldiers to the Boers in South Africa (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Justice! (colour litho)
2807874 Justice! (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Justice! The exiled President Kruger of Transvaal being welcomed in Europe after sailing from his)

Deefeat of the British by the Boers at the Battle of Tweebosch (colour litho)
2782281 Deefeat of the British by the Boers at the Battle of Tweebosch (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Punishment meted out to traitors by the Boers (colour litho)
2782174 Punishment meted out to traitors by the Boers (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Punishment meted out to traitors by the Boers)

Boers reading Lord Kitcheners proclamation in South Africa (colour litho)
2782231 Boers reading Lord Kitcheners proclamation in South Africa (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Krugers Stay In Paris, Rochefort Presents To The Transvaal President The Sword Of Honor Destined For Cronje
2798377 Krugers Stay In Paris, Rochefort Presents To The Transvaal President The Sword Of Honor Destined For Cronje (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Map of the theatre of the Boer War (colour litho)
2819110 Map of the theatre of the Boer War (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of the theatre of the Boer War)

Map of South Africa (colour litho)
2819099 Map of South Africa (colour litho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of South Africa. Evenements du Transvaal. Carte de l Afrique Australe)

British troops boarding ships for South Africa (colour litho)
2819095 British troops boarding ships for South Africa (colour litho) by Rudaux, Henri (19th Century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Joseph Chamberlain, British politician, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho)
2796076 Joseph Chamberlain, British politician, illustration for Le Rire (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Joseph Chamberlain, British politician)

Visit to South Africa by Joseph Chamberlain (colour litho)
2795687 Visit to South Africa by Joseph Chamberlain (colour litho) by French School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Visit to South Africa by Joseph Chamberlain)

Victory or death. President Steyn of the Orange Free State addressing Boer troops (colour litho)
3099119 Victory or death. President Steyn of the Orange Free State addressing Boer troops (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: Victory or death)

A Boer before a British court in the Transvaal (colour litho)
3099157 A Boer before a British court in the Transvaal (colour litho) by Meaulle, Fortune Louis (1844-1901); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Boer before a British court in the Transvaal)

Getting a gun over a nasty place, illustration from After Pretoria
3037454 Getting a gun over a nasty place, illustration from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War, 1902 (litho) by Dadd, Frank (1851-1929); Private Collection; (add.info)

Cronjes surrender, illustration from Cassells History of England
3038974 Cronjes surrender, illustration from Cassells History of England, 1900s (litho) by Paget, Henry Marriott (1856-1936); Private Collection; (add.info)

Boers looting a store in the Grange River property, illustration from After Pretoria
3037678 Boers looting a store in the Grange River property, illustration from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War, 1902 (litho) by Sheldon

The wrecking of an armoured train near Vlakfontein, illustration from After Pretoria
3037654 The wrecking of an armoured train near Vlakfontein, illustration from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War, 1902 (litho) by Waugh

Yorke receives a despatch from Baden-Powell, an illustration from
STC311017 Yorke receives a despatch from Baden-Powell, an illustration from With Roberts to Pretoria: A Tale of the South African War by G.A. Henty, pub

Saving the Guns at Colenso, 1899 (chromolitho)
NAM280902 Saving the Guns at Colenso, 1899 (chromolitho) by Berkeley, Stanley (fl.1878-1902, d.1909) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Royal Field Artillery)

Anglo-French Convention signed in London by Paul Cambon (1843-1924) the French Ambassador
XIR125800 Anglo-French Convention signed in London by Paul Cambon (1843-1924) the French Ambassador, and Lord Salisbury (1830-1904) the British Prime Minister, from Le Petit Journal

The Last Shell, Ladysmith, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho)
BAL143074 The Last Shell, Ladysmith, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho) by Captain Clive Dixon (fl.1900); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Flooded Out, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho)
BAL143064 Flooded Out, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho) by Captain Clive Dixon (fl.1900); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Military honours being paid to General Georges de Villebois-Mareuil (1847-1900
CHT239228 Military honours being paid to General Georges de Villebois-Mareuil (1847-1900) by the British at the cemetery of Boshof, illustration from Le Petit Journal

A Sharp Engagement: battle during the Boer War, 1899-1901 (photogravure)
6030884 A Sharp Engagement: battle during the Boer War, 1899-1901 (photogravure) by Koekkoek, Hermanus Willem (1867-1929) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Sharp Engagement)

Caricature of Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal)
6029701 Caricature of Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal) at the outbreak of the Second Boer War (colour litho) by English School

Boer War themed Christmas cards, featuring Boer leaders Paul Kruger and Piet Joubert as captive animals
6030983 Boer War themed Christmas cards, featuring Boer leaders Paul Kruger and Piet Joubert as captive animals, 1900 (chromolitho) by English School

Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, English soldier and founder of the Scout Movement (b / w photo)
6032496 Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell, English soldier and founder of the Scout Movement (b/w photo) by English Photographer

British bulldog sinking its teeth into the leg of Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal)
6031963 British bulldog sinking its teeth into the leg of Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal), Boer War propaganda (chromolitho) by English School

Officer and trooper of the New South Wales Lancers, Boer War, South Africa (colour litho)
5233617 Officer and trooper of the New South Wales Lancers, Boer War, South Africa (colour litho) by Maud, William T. (1865-1903); Private Collection; (add.info)

Lord Kitchener (b / w photo)
810748 Lord Kitchener (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Lord Kitchener.); Look and Learn / Elgar Collection; English, out of copyright

Off to the Chevril Factory, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho)
BAL143075 Off to the Chevril Factory, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho) by Captain Clive Dixon (fl.1900); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

Mr Besters Poultry, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho)
BAL143072 Mr Besters Poultry, from The Leaguer of Ladysmith, 1900 (colour litho) by Captain Clive Dixon (fl.1900); Private Collection; British, out of copyright

A General Group, published by Vanity Fair 1900 (chromolitho)
NAM244212 A General Group, published by Vanity Fair 1900 (chromolitho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922) (after); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: l to r: Lt)

You are my Prisoners Yorke said sternly, an illustration from
STC311015 You are my Prisoners Yorke said sternly, an illustration from With Roberts to Pretoria: A Tale of the South African War by G.A. Henty, pub

One of the Boers they had spoken to sauntered in, an illustration from
STC311016 One of the Boers they had spoken to sauntered in, an illustration from With Roberts to Pretoria: A Tale of the South African War by G.A. Henty, pub

President Kruger of Transvaal (colour litho)
2807866 President Kruger of Transvaal (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: President Kruger of Transvaal. Le President Kruger)

The Boer General Joubert addressing his troops (colour litho)
2807723 The Boer General Joubert addressing his troops (colour litho) by Tofani, Oswaldo (1849-1915) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Boer General Joubert addressing his troops)

Major Boole-Smith tackles De Wet, from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War published by
3439263 Major Boole-Smith tackles De Wet, from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Bros Limited, 1901 (litho) by Waugh

Ruse by which the Boers captured a Pom Pom, from After Pretoria
3439132 Ruse by which the Boers captured a Pom Pom, from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Bros Limited, 1901 (litho) by Prater

Third man an uncoveted distinction, from After Pretoria
3439084 Third man an uncoveted distinction, from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Bros Limited, 1901 (litho) by Sheldon-Williams

Colonial reinforcements for South Africa: A rush of applicats for enrolment at Sydney
3439028 Colonial reinforcements for South Africa: A rush of applicats for enrolment at Sydney, from After Pretoria: The Guerilla War published by Harmsworth Bros Limited, 1901 (litho) by Paget

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The Boer War, a significant conflict in South African history, saw the clash of two powerful forces - the British Empire and the Boer republics. Led by notable figures such as Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell and Horatio Herbert Kitchener, this war left an indelible mark on both sides. In 1902, artist G Lekegian captured the intensity of the war with his depiction of Mrs. Davies, a brave British settler firing upon Boer positions. This image symbolizes the determination and resilience displayed by those involved in this tumultuous period. Amidst the chaos, a physician and storyteller emerged to provide solace amidst suffering. Their role was crucial in keeping spirits high during these trying times. One poignant moment etched into history is General Methuen's surrender to de la Rey on March 7th, 1902. This event marked a turning point in the conflict and highlighted both bravery and sacrifice from all parties involved. Another pivotal event occurred during Jameson Raid when Leander Starr Jameson was taken prisoner after failing to achieve his objectives. This incident showcased that even great leaders can face setbacks during times of war. The impact extended beyond soldiers; families were also affected as seen through depictions of Boer families held captive in British prison camps. These images serve as a reminder of how wars often disrupt innocent lives caught up in larger conflicts. Paul Sandford Methuen, 3rd Baron Methuen's presence further exemplified leadership during this era. His actions resonated throughout history as he navigated through challenging circumstances with courage and conviction. The surrender of Jamestown garrison to the Boers stands out as another critical moment within this narrative. It serves as evidence that despite their best efforts, some battles ended unfavorably for British forces against determined opponents. However, not all moments were filled with despair; celebrations erupted across London following news of peace in the Transvaal.