Boers Collection (page 13)

Boers In Laager On Pivan River, Zulu Border, Cape Colony, South Africa

DOYLE, Arthur Conan (1859-1930). British writer
" DOYLE, Arthur Conan (1859-1930). British writer, author of Sherlock Holmes. " The Great Boer War" (London, 1901). SPAIN. Barcelona

General De Wet during the Boer War
General De Wet (Boer general, rebel leader and politician) and his staff in the Transvaal during the Boer War. Date: 1900

Peace. In memory of the brave deeds of the Boers

General Sir George Colley at battle of Majuba Hill
The Transvaal War: General Sir George Colley at the battle of Majuba Mountain just before he was killed. The Battle of Majuba Hill was the main battle of the First Boer War

Jameson Raid / Captured
THE JAMESON RAID - Dr Jameson and his party fail to trigger an Uitlander rising in the Transvaal : captured at Doornkop, they are handed over to the British authorities 2 January 1896

Swaziland, South Africa - Tenbe River - a landing place

South Africa - President Kruger, Dr. Leyds and Ministers
President Kruger, Dr. Leyds and his Ministers of State - South Africa

Chamberlain Satirised
Joseph Chamberlain depicted as Coleridges Ancient Mariner, with the albatross of the South African republics tied round his neck - as war breaks out with the Boers

Boer / Prisoners / 1st Brits
PRISONERS The first British prisoners are rounded up by the Boers

Pagets Horse in Action
The Imperial Yeomanry in action: Pagets Horse Company chasing Boers outside Lichtenberg

Birmignham Riot / 1901
A riot by Pro-Boers at a meeting of the Liberal association at Birmingham Town Hall. Lloyd George who addressed the meeting escaped dressed in policemans uniform

Battle of Colenso
At COLENSO, the Boers are in a strong position to repel Buller when he makes a brave attack on their position, forcing him to retire with heavy losses

Boer on the March / 1899
TROOP MOVEMENTS Boers on the march through the Transvaal

Boer War: Steyn Escapes
BOERS ESCAPE Riding at night, Steyn and De Wet escape to the Transvaal

Battle of Biddulphsberg
BIDDULPHSBERG A British cavalry force crossing the veldt is attacked by the Boers from the high ground

Boer War; Tugela River
TUGELA RIVER (near Ladysmith, Natal) Boers defend the Tugela River, blocking Methuens advance on Ladysmith

Boer War; Modder River
BATTLE OF MODDER RIVER British cavalry try to force a crossing of the river in the face of heavy opposition from the Boers on the other bank

Boer War; Modderspruit
MODDERSPRUIT (Modder River) Boers under Cronje attack Lord Methuens column but are driven from their positions : the mules suffer as many losses as the men

South Africa / Blood River
The Battle of Blood River. The charge of the Boers to avenge Dingaans Daag

Krugers Home, Transvaal
The home of President Kruger, in the Transvaal; at this time there is great sympathy for the Boers in Europe, the British being seen, for some reason, as greedy oppressors

Colenso / Kilburn Cdv
JOHN WILLIAM COLENSO bishop of Natal, deposed for unorthodox views, championed natives against Boers

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"Unveiling the Untold Stories of Boers: A Glimpse into their Struggles and Triumphs" Step back in time to the tumultuous era of the Boer War, where bravery and resilience defined a nation. From Tweebosch to Colenso, these battlefields witnessed the indomitable spirit of the Boer people. Picture No. 11993320 captures a pivotal moment in history - "The Night Charge of the 19th Hussars Near Lydenberg on Nov. 7th, 1900. " The image freezes time as brave Boer soldiers fiercely defend their land against foreign invaders during this Second Boer War. General Methuen's surrender to de la Rey on March 7th, 1902, stands as a testament to both sides' unwavering determination. This iconic photograph symbolizes not only defeat but also an unyielding fight for freedom. Amidst war-torn landscapes, we delve into lesser-known aspects such as Bishop Colenso's residence at Bishopstowe during the Zulu war. St Peters Church at Pietermaritz serves as a poignant reminder of faith amidst chaos. Before conflict engulfed South Africa, pre-1900 images depict peaceful scenes of African outspanning by Boers. These snapshots offer glimpses into their lives before embarking on the Great Trek - a defining chapter in Victorian history. Even beyond warfare, resistance against British rule manifested through official anti-British First Boer War protest cards that circulated among passionate individuals like Achille Beltrame (1871-1945). Join us on this historical journey as we unravel untold stories and shed light on remarkable moments etched forever in our collective memory—the story of boers—unconquerable warriors who shaped South Africa's destiny with courage and conviction.