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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
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Add a touch of history to your daily routine with our Media Storehouse Photo Mugs featuring this iconic image of Lord Baden-Powell, the renowned English army officer and Chief Scout. Known for his heroic defense of Mafeking during the Boer War, this inspiring figure now graces your mug, bringing a piece of history with every sip. Perfect for Scouting enthusiasts or anyone who appreciates a rich historical background, our Photo Mugs are a unique and practical way to start your day. Order yours today and relive the legacy of this remarkable man.
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Mug Size is 9.6cm high x 8.1cm diameter (3.8" x 3.2")
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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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