Transvaal South Africa Collection

'Region de Pretoria et de Johannesburg; Afrique Australe, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Region de Pretoria et de Johannesburg; Afrique Australe, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

L'exploitation des mines d'or dans le Witwaterstrand (Transvaal meridional); Afrique... 1914. Creator: Unknown
'L'exploitation des mines d'or dans le Witwaterstrand (Transvaal meridional); Afrique Australe, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Un marche aux boeufs au Transvaal; Afrique Australe, 1914. Creator: Unknown
'Un marche aux boeufs au Transvaal; Afrique Australe, 1914. From "Grande Geographie Bong Illustree", 1914

'Lord Randolph Churchill in South Africa: The Interior of the House of Commons, Pretoria, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'Lord Randolph Churchill in South Africa: The Interior of the House of Commons, Pretoria, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

'The Main Street in Johannesburg, South Africa, 1891. Creator: R Barnes
'The Main Street in Johannesburg, South Africa, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Map of South Africa, c1914, (c1920). Creator: John Bartholomew & Son
Map of South Africa, c1914, (c1920). Map of the southern tip of Africa at the start of the First World War, showing German South-West Africa (later Namibia)

On the way to the Transvaal Gold Fields; Springbok Flats, Zoutspansberg, 1890. Creator: Unknown
On the way to the Transvaal Gold Fields; Springbok Flats, Zoutspansberg, 1890

On the way to the Transvaal Gold Fields; The Bank of Africa, Johannesburg; as it was... 1887, 1890. Creator: Unknown
On the way to the Transvaal Gold Fields; The Bank of Africa, Johannesburg; as it was in 1887, 1887. 1890

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Civilised and Uncivilised--An Illicit... 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Civilised and Uncivilised--An Illicit Diamond Buyer and his victims, 1890

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Ladies visit to the Jumpers Gold Mining... 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Ladies visit to the Jumpers Gold Mining Company--Going down in the cage, 1890

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Scene in the Open-Air Change, Johanne... 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--Scene in the Open-Air Change, Johannesburg, 1890

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--The Marabastad Post Arrives, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--The Marabastad Post Arrives, 1890

The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--The Kimberly Route, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Gold Fields and how to reach them--The Kimberly Route, 1890

The Transvaal Goldfields and how to reach them--by Coach, Eight in Hand, 1890. Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal Goldfields and how to reach them--by Coach, Eight in Hand, 1890

The New Territory which General Botha added to the Empire, 1916. Creator: Unknown
The New Territory which General Botha added to the Empire, 1916. General Botha declared the Transvaal to the British Empire and represented the Boers in peace negotiations

Giraffes in the Kruger National Park, Transvaal, the Game Sanctuary of South Africa, c1930s. One of the largest game reserves in Africa, it became South Africas first national park in 1926

The Transvaal War, 1899-1901: A Sharp Engagement, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal War, 1899-1901: A Sharp Engagement, (1901). Episode from the Second Boer War (October 1899-May 1902), fought between the the British Empire and two Boer states

The Transvaal War, 1899-1901: The Bluejackets Saving a Gun, (1901). Creator: Unknown
The Transvaal War, 1899-1901: The Bluejackets Saving a Gun, (1901). Episode during the First Boer War: British sailors pulling artillery with oxen

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"Exploring the Rich History of Transvaal, South Africa" Discover the captivating story of Transvaal, a region steeped in history and natural beauty. This map from c1914 by John Bartholomew & Son provides a glimpse into the geographical layout of South Africa during that time. Embark on a journey to the Transvaal Gold Fields through this intriguing photograph taken in 1890. The Springbok Flats and Zoutspansberg serve as witnesses to the golden dreams that lured many adventurers. Step back in time with an image capturing Johannesburg's Bank of Africa as it stood proudly in 1887. This iconic structure played a vital role in shaping the economic landscape of the city. Uncover tales of both civilization and lawlessness surrounding these gold fields through an illicit scene depicted in another 1890 photograph. Experience firsthand how ladies ventured into Jumpers Gold Mining, defying societal norms. Immerse yourself further into life at the gold fields with a glimpse into Johanneburg's open-air change scene captured also in 1890. Witness bustling activity as miners exchanged their hard-earned treasures for goods and services. Experience daily life at Marabastad Post through an evocative image from 1890. Observe how communication was maintained amidst rugged terrains, connecting people across vast distances. Explore alternative routes to reach these coveted goldfields via Kimberly Route showcased in yet another fascinating photograph from 1890. Marvel at nature's wonders while traversing this path towards fortune-seeking opportunities. Witness transportation methods employed during this era with an image depicting eight horses pulling coaches en route to Transvaal Gold Fields – a testament to perseverance and determination etched forever in history (1890). Delve deeper into South Africa's rich heritage by acknowledging General Botha's addition of new territories to its empire, immortalized by an unknown artist’s work dating back to 1916.