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Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley, 1900. Creator: Unknown
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Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley, 1900. Creator: Unknown
Typical Underground Dwelling at Kimberley, 1900. When conflict at Kimberley began on 14 October 1899, women and children were encouraged to leave the town. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. IV", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1900]
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1899 1902 2nd Boer War Bamp W Boer Wars Civilian Civilians Creswicke Dwelling Jack Kimberley Louis Louis Creswicke Northern Cape Province Sandbag Sandbags Second Boer War Second Transvaal War Shelter Siege Siege Of Kimberley South Africa South Africa And The Transvaal War South African Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Underground British Empire
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This print captures a typical underground dwelling in Kimberley, South Africa, during the year 1900. As conflict erupted in the town on October 14th, 1899, women and children were urged to evacuate for their safety. This image is sourced from "South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. IV" by Louis Creswicke, published in Edinburgh in 1900. The photograph showcases an exterior view of this unique shelter amidst a war-torn landscape. It portrays a diverse group of people - women, men, boys, girls - seeking refuge together as a family unit. The setting exudes Victorian-era charm with its sandbag walls providing protection against potential dangers. This powerful image not only depicts the physical location but also conveys the resilience and strength exhibited by civilians during times of war. It offers insight into life during this tumultuous period within British history and highlights the impact of conflicts on ordinary individuals. As we gaze upon this historical snapshot captured over a century ago, it serves as a reminder of both human vulnerability and determination to survive even amidst chaos. The photographer's identity remains unknown; however, their work has preserved an important moment from the Siege of Kimberley within South Africa's Northern Cape Province during the Second Boer War (1899-1902).
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