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Palermo, Sicily, Italy - Monte Pellegrino and the port
The Battlefield at Colenso - site of the heavy defeat of British forces by the Boers during the Second Boer War on 15th December 1899. The Monument to Lieutenant the Honourable Frederick Roberts (son of Field Marshal Lord Roberts) and positions of the only two guns saved can be seen in this view. Date: circa 1910s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
1899 Battlefield Boer Colenso Defeat Forces Frederick Guns Heavy Honourable Lieutenant Marked Markers Positions Roberts Saved 15th December
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1. Title: "Monte Pellegrino and the Port of Palermo: A Tale of Two Battles - The Second Boer War and Sicilian History" 2.. This evocative photograph captures the stunning landscape of Palermo, Sicily, Italy, with its iconic Monte Pellegrino backdrop and the bustling port below. However, this tranquil scene holds a rich and complex historical narrative, as it also marks the site of two significant battles separated by continents and decades. On the one hand, the serene beauty of Palermo's coastline belies the intense conflict that unfolded here during the Second Boer War (1899-1902). The Battle of Colenso, fought on December 15, 1899, resulted in a heavy defeat for British forces, with the Boers inflicting substantial losses upon the British Army. The monument in this view, dedicated to Lieutenant the Honourable Frederick Roberts, son of Field Marshal Lord Roberts, stands as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made during this pivotal moment in history. The two guns saved from the battle, now marked with distinctive markers, can also be seen in this photograph, serving as a testament to the fierce clash that once took place on this very ground. On the other hand, the Monte Pellegrino, a sacred mountain revered by the ancient Greeks and Romans, has its own rich history intertwined with Palermo's. The mountain's strategic location has made it a crucial defensive stronghold throughout Sicily's tumultuous past, from the Phoenicians and Romans to the Arabs and Normans. Today, it remains an essential part of Palermo's cultural heritage and a popular tourist destination. This photograph thus offers a unique perspective on the interconnectedness of history, as it juxtaposes the remnants of a distant conflict with the enduring beauty and significance of Palermo's landscape.
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