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Poster marking returning soldiers from the Boer war
Poster marking returning soldiers from the second Boer war ( 11 Oct 1899 ?? 31 May 1902) Also known as the Boer War, Anglo-Boer War, or South African War, was fought between the British Empire and two independent Boer states, the South African Republic and the Orange Free State, over the Empire's influence in South Africa. The private in the image is holding the banner of the gallant corps which consists of the cross of St George and the City Dagger. The map of South Africa is seen behind. Date: circa 1900
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1899 Banner Boer Corps Dagger Empires Free Independent Influence Privates Returning 1902 Anglo Boer
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This evocative poster marks the triumphant return of British soldiers after the end of the Second Boer War, which took place between 11 October 1899 and 31 May 1902. Also known as the Anglo-Boer War or the South African War, this conflict pitted the British Empire against the independent Boer states of the South African Republic and the Orange Free State, as the Empire sought to assert its influence in South Africa. The private soldier depicted in the image proudly holds aloft the banner of "The Gallant Corps," an honorific title given to the brave men who served in this hard-fought conflict. The banner bears the Cross of St. George, the national symbol of England, and the City Dagger, a symbol of the City of London, which played a significant role in financing the war effort. The map of South Africa in the background serves as a poignant reminder of the distant lands these soldiers have fought to protect. The uniformed private stands tall and resolute, his expression one of pride and relief, as he looks out towards the cheering crowds that have gathered to welcome him home. The Second Boer War was a defining moment in British military history, and this powerful poster captures the spirit of triumph and jubilation that marked the end of the conflict.
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