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Kaffir War Collection

The Kaffir War, a dark chapter in South African history, left an indelible mark on the nation

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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, General Thesigers Attack on the Rebel Chief Sandilli, near King Williams Town
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War in South Africa, Mess Table at Mount Kempt Camp (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Amusements in Camp, Fingoes dancing their War Dance (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War in South Africa (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Reminiscences of the late Kaffir War, Governor Sir Bartle Frere leaving the Frontier (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, a Fingo Corps mustered before going into the Bush (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Oudtshoorn Mounted Volunteers starting for the Eastern Frontier (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: An Incident in the Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Transport of Troops for the Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Graves of British Officers and Soldiers at Post Retief
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Diamond-Fields Volunteers mustering at King Williams Town (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: South Africa and the Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War in South Africa (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, King Williams Town, from near the Aqueduct (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, driving the Kaffirs out of the Iron Mount and Waterkloof (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Action on the Buffalo River, near Fort Jackson (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Sketches in Cape Colony, the Transvaal, and on the Zulu Border (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War at the Cape, View of East London Roadstead from West Bank, Buffalo River
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Attacking a Native Position (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Reminiscences of the Kaffir War in South Africa, feeding Kaffir Women and Children (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Soldiers Life on Board a Transport going to the Kaffir War, Divine Service on Sunday (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Sketches in Cape Colony, the Transvaal, and on the Zulu Border (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War in the Transkei (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Landing of Troops at East London (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Battle of Quintana (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War in South Africa (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Fight of 4 October between Galekas and Fingoes at Butterworth River (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Sketches of the Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Botanic Gardens, Grahamstown (b / w photo)
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War, Defeat of the Tambookies by the Cape Troops, on the Tabaumthako Mountain (engraving)
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Kaffir War Collection: Source Size = 2568 x 2512
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Ascent of the Bush Path
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Dispersion of a Body of Kaffirs
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: 74th Highlander
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: the 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Hottentot Rebels
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: The 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Dispersion Of A Body Of Kaffirs
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Ascent Of The Bush Path
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots
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Kaffir War Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs


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The Kaffir War, a dark chapter in South African history, left an indelible mark on the nation. Engravings depicting various aspects of this conflict provide glimpses into the brutality and complexity of the time. One such engraving portrays the Massacre of British Officers in Kaffirland. It serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced by those who fought for colonial interests. Another engraving captures General Thesiger's Attack on the Rebel Chief Sandilli near King Williams Town, showcasing both sides' determination and strategic prowess. Amidst these scenes of violence, there are moments that reveal humanity's resilience. The Mess Table at Mount Kempt Camp depicts soldiers finding solace and camaraderie amidst chaos—a testament to their unwavering spirit. The Fingoes dancing their War Dance in Amusements in Camp engraving showcases cultural traditions that persisted despite war's devastation. These dances served as reminders of identity and strength during times of uncertainty. Governor Sir Bartle Frere leaving the Frontier is another poignant image from Reminiscences of the late Kaffir War series. It symbolizes leadership departing from a region ravaged by conflict—hopeful yet burdened with responsibility for reconciliation. Engravings like A Fingo Corps mustered before going into Bush highlight diverse groups mobilizing against a common enemy—an embodiment of unity forged through adversity. Transportation played a crucial role during this period; Sketches on Board Troop-Ship Nubian for the Kaffir War depict troops enduring long journeys to reach battlefronts while Transporting Troops for The Kaffir War shows logistical challenges faced by military forces operating in unfamiliar terrain. These engravings offer glimpses into an era marked by bloodshed but also resilience, cultural preservation, and collective action against oppression. They remind us to reflect upon our shared history while striving towards peace and understanding today.