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Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford! (Battle of Ulundi)
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Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford! (Battle of Ulundi)
Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford! A satirical comment on the Battle of Ulundi (4 July 1879), during the Anglo-Zulu War, won by Lord Chelmsfords forces against those of Cetewayo. They are depicted here as boxers in boxing gloves. Date: 1879
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1879 Anglo Bravo Chelmsford Comment Conflict Difference Fight Forces Foreign Policy Satire Satirical Ulundi Zulu Racial
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Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford!: A Satirical Comment on the Battle of Ulundi (4 July 1879) This intriguing print, titled "Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford!", offers a satirical take on the Battle of Ulundi, a significant engagement during the Anglo-Zulu War (1879) between the British forces led by Lord Chelmsford and the Zulu army under King Cetewayo. The cartoon depicts the two sides as boxers, donning boxing gloves, engaged in a fierce fight. The Anglo-Zulu War was a turning point in the European colonization of Africa and marked the end of the Zulu Empire's military power. The Battle of Ulundi, fought on July 4, 1879, saw Lord Chelmsford's forces emerge victorious, securing British control over the region. This satirical print, created in 1879, reflects the racial and political tensions of the time. The image of the two opposing sides as boxers highlights the perceived difference between the European and African peoples, with the "civilized" and "superior" British forces depicted as triumphant. The title "Cartoon, Bravo, Chelmsford!" suggests a congratulatory tone towards Lord Chelmsford for his military success. However, the satirical nature of the print invites a more nuanced interpretation. The use of boxing gloves as a symbol of conflict and fighting may be seen as a commentary on the brutal nature of the war and the racial differences that fueled it. This print serves as a fascinating window into the Victorian era's foreign policy towards Africa and the complex racial dynamics of the time. It offers a unique perspective on a significant historical event and invites further reflection on the implications of European colonialism and the construction of racial difference.
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