Oom Paul Collection

Mr. Kruger's Portrait, Hung in the Raad-Saal at Pretoria, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Kruger's Portrait, Hung in the Raad-Saal at Pretoria, c1900. South African Boer leader Paul Kruger, President of Transvaal. Engraving after a photograph

President Kruger's Residence at Pretoria, c1900. Creator: A.E. Huitt
President Kruger's Residence at Pretoria, c1900. Home of Paul Kruger, Boer leader and President of Transvaal (South Africa). Illustration from a photograph

Ex-President Kruger, c1900. Creator: Unknown
Ex-President Kruger, c1900. South African politician. Engraving after a photograph by Duffus Brothers. From "Cassell's History of England, Vol. IX"

President Krugers Country House, c1880. Episode of the First Boer War, (1880-1881). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

Caricature of Sir Alfred Milner, British colonial Governor of the Cape Colony at the outbreak of the Second Boer War
6029706 Caricature of Sir Alfred Milner, British colonial Governor of the Cape Colony at the outbreak of the Second Boer War, 1899 (colour litho) by English School

Paul Kruger, c. 1902-3 (b / w photo)
701561 Paul Kruger, c.1902-3 (b/w photo) by South African Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904)

Residence of President Kruger of the Transvaal (chromolitho)
2782609 Residence of President Kruger of the Transvaal (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Residence of President Kruger of the Transvaal)

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

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

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

Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (colour litho)
612271 Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (colour litho) by Ward, Leslie Matthew (Spy) (1851-1922); Private Collection; (add.info.: Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger, Oom Paul, 8 March 1900)

Three Cheers for Oom Paul (litho)
1039866 Three Cheers for Oom Paul (litho) by Waugh, J. J. (fl.1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Three Cheers for Oom Paul)

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)

Paul Kruger, President of the Transvaal Republic, 1900. Creator: Elliot & Fry
Paul Kruger, President of the Transvaal Republic, 1900. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. I", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]

President Kruger, c1900. Creator: Unknown
President Kruger, c1900. Paul Kruger (1825-1904) was a dominant political and military figurs in 19th-century South Africa. From " South Africa in Peace and War" edited by C. Lang Neil

Kruger Appealing to the Burghers at Bloemfontein, 1900. Paul Kruger (1825-1904), President of the South African Republic, appealing to Afrikaans citizens of the Republic to stay

S. J. Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic, c1880s. Artist: Sweeton Tilly
S. J. Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic, c1880. Paul Kruger ( 1825-1904), South African politician. From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. IV, by James Grant

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]

The New Pretoria, 1900. Artist: Maurice Denis
The New Pretoria, 1900. From Black & White Budget, Vol. III. [The Black and White Publishing Company, J P. Monckton, Leeds, Manchester, Glasgow, Edinburgh, London, 1900]

President Krugers double: Mr. John Mutch, 1900
President Krugers double: Mr. John Mutch, who is a working collier of Pontypridd, Wales, 1900. From Black & White Budget, Vol. III. [The Black and White Publishing Company, J P

Brother Boers at the Bar, 1900. Paul Kruger, South African politician, c1900. Known as Oom (uncle) Paul, Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904)

Stephanus Johannes Paulus (Paul) Kruger, c1896, (1903). Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger (1825-1904), President of the South African Republic (elected 1882, 1888, 1893 and 1898)

Cartoon depicting Boer leader Paul Kruger as a Maori, 1900. Kruger was President of the South African Republic (Transvaal)

Oom Paul Consulting the Time Table, 1900. Satirical cartoon showing Boer leader Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal)

President Kruger looking at a plan of the New Pretoria, 1900. Satirical cartoon showing Boer leader Paul Kruger, President of the South African Republic (Transvaal)

The Country House of Paul Kruger, South Africa. The home of Paul Kruger (1825-1904), Boer leader and President of the Transvaal Republic

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

Signature Of Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger, 1825 To 1904, Better Known As Paul Kruger And Affectionately Known As Uncle Paul Or Oom Paul. State President Of The South African Republic

Illustration with Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger
(Stephanus Johannes) Paulus Kruger (1825 - 1904) known as Oom Paul. South African politician shown as Job. At his feet are Russia and France embracing, left, and, right, Germany, Austria and Italy

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"Oom Paul: The Resilient Leader of the Transvaal Republic" Stephanus Johannes Paulus Kruger, affectionately known as "Oom Paul, " was a prominent figure in South African history during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. As President of the Transvaal Republic, he played a significant role in shaping the region's destiny. Born in 1825, Oom Paul rose to prominence through his unwavering determination and leadership skills. His country house, dating back to around 1880, served as a sanctuary where he found solace amidst his responsibilities. During the outbreak of the Second Boer War in 1899, Oom Paul became entangled with Sir Alfred Milner, British colonial Governor of Cape Colony. A caricature from that time depicts their contrasting perspectives on this conflict that would shape South Africa's future. In another striking image captured circa 1902-3, we see Oom Paul himself staring into the camera lens. This black-and-white photograph portrays him as a stoic and resolute leader who stood firm against external pressures. The residence of President Kruger showcased his status and power within the Transvaal Republic. A chromolithograph captures its grandeur while reflecting his influence over this territory. Away from home soil, Oom Paul embarked on an eventful stay in Paris where Rochefort presented him with a sword of honor destined for Cronje – an act symbolizing solidarity among those fighting against British imperialism. However, not all depictions were favorable towards Oom Paul. A colorful lithograph portrays him as a caricature at the onset of war – highlighting how propaganda sought to vilify him during these turbulent times. One particularly memorable piece shows a British bulldog sinking its teeth into Oom Paul's leg – representing Britain's aggressive stance towards his presidency and their desire for control over South Africa. Yet despite facing numerous challenges, Oom Paul remained resilient.