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BADEN-POWELL / CHIEF SCOUT
LORD ROBERT STEPHENSON SMYTH BADEN-POWELL English army and Chief scout rejects Boer embassy calling on him to surrender Mafeking Date: 1857 - 1941
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Baden Boer Calling Chief Embassy Mafeking Powell Rejects Smyth Stephenson Surrender Scout
10"x8" (25x20cm) Table Top Metal Print
Bring history to life with our stunning Metal Prints featuring this iconic image of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, the renowned English army officer and founder of the Scout Movement. Captured in this photograph from 1857-1941, Baden-Powell is shown rejecting the Boer embassy's call for his surrender during the Siege of Mafeking. Our high-quality Metal Prints add a unique and contemporary twist to this historical moment, making it an inspiring addition to any home or office. The vibrant colors and sleek design of the metal print will surely make this image of Baden-Powell a conversation starter, while the durable and waterproof material ensures it will last a lifetime.
Table Top Metal Prints feature rounded corners and an easel back for easy display. Available in two sizes, 18x13cm (7x5) or 25x20cm (10x8). Lightweight and vibrant, they are perfect for displaying artwork and are guaranteed to add style to any desk or table top. The unique material is fade, moisture, chemical and scratch resistant to help ensure this art lasts a lifetime.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
1. Title: "Defiant Spirit: Baden-Powell Rejects the Boer Embassy's Surrender Demand during the Siege of Mafeking" This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the history of scouting and the indomitable spirit of its founder, Lord Robert Baden-Powell, during the Siege of Mafeking in South Africa. The image, taken between 1899 and 1902, depicts Baden-Powell resolutely rejecting the Boer embassy's call for his surrender. Born on February 22, 1857, in London, England, Baden-Powell served in the British Army for over 20 years before being sent to South Africa to command the garrison at Mafeking during the Second Boer War. In late 1899, the town was besieged by Boer forces, and Baden-Powell and his small garrison faced a prolonged and arduous struggle to hold out against the enemy. During the siege, on February 27, 1900, a Boer embassy arrived at the British lines, bearing a white flag and a letter from the Boer commander, asking Baden-Powell to surrender. The photograph shows the determined and unyielding response of the British commander, who, despite the odds against him, refused to give in to the enemy's demands. Baden-Powell's steadfast refusal to surrender became a symbol of the British resistance during the siege, and his innovative use of unconventional tactics to keep his garrison supplied and morale high ultimately led to the relief of Mafeking on May 17, 1900. This pivotal moment in the war not only secured Baden-Powell's place in military history but also inspired him to develop the Scout Movement, which would go on to become a global phenomenon. The photograph stands as a testament to the resilience and leadership of Lord Robert Baden-Powell during the Siege of Mafeking, a defining moment in his life and the history of scouting.
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