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Lt. -Gen. Sir George White, V. C. on horseback
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Lt. -Gen. Sir George White, V. C. on horseback
Lieutenant General Sir George White, V.C. announced as commander of the British Forces in Natal, just prior to the Second Boer War which began in October 1899. Date: 1899
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1899 Boer Command Covers Forces Horseback Wars
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This striking photograph captures the moment of announcement as Lt.-Gen. Sir George White, V.C. is named the commander of the British Forces in Natal, South Africa, on the brink of the Second Boer War in 1899. Sir George White, a decorated veteran of the Anglo-Zulu War, is seen here on horseback, dressed in his full military regalia, including his Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration for valor in the British military. The setting sun casts a warm glow over the scene, adding an air of solemnity and importance to the occasion. Sir George White's stoic expression and strong posture convey his determination and readiness to lead his troops into battle. The presence of the horses, their ears pricked forward, underscores the military nature of the moment and the importance of the animals in the daily life of the British Army. The photograph, taken in 1899, is a testament to the leadership and courage of Sir George White as he prepared to lead his forces into the conflict that would last for over three years and shape the future of the region.
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