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Photographic Print : Matabele Rebellion Memorial, Bulawayo, Rhodesia
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Matabele Rebellion Memorial, Bulawayo, Rhodesia
Matabele Rebellion Memorial, Main Street, Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Date: circa 1908
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Bulawayo Commemoration Guns Listed Main Matabele Names Plinth Rebellion Rhodesia Southern Wheels Zimbabwe
15"x10" (37.5x25cm) Poster
Step back in time with this evocative photograph from the Matabele Rebellion Memorial in Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe). Captured circa 1908, this image from the Rights Managed collection at Mary Evans Prints Online offers a glimpse into the rich history of this significant landmark. The Matabele Rebellion Memorial stands proudly on Main Street, a poignant reminder of the past conflicts and the resilience of the people. Add this beautiful, historic print to your home or office décor and start a conversation about the stories it tells.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 23.6cm x 37.5cm (9.3" x 14.8")
Estimated Product Size is 25cm x 37.5cm (9.8" x 14.8")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the Matabele Rebellion Memorial, located on Main Street in the city of Bulawayo, Southern Rhodesia (now Zimbabwe), circa 1908. The memorial stands as a poignant testament to the Matabele Rebellion, a significant event in the history of the region. The Matabele Rebellion, also known as the First Matabele War, took place between 1896 and 1897, when the Ndebele people, led by their chief Lobengula, rose up against the British colonial rule. The rebellion was a response to the imposition of colonial taxes and the loss of traditional lands. The memorial commemorates the lives lost during the conflict, with a list of names inscribed on its plinth. The image shows the memorial in its early years, with the guns, wheels, and other military paraphernalia still in place. The guns, which were used during the rebellion, were mounted on the memorial as a symbol of the conflict that had taken place. The memorial serves as a reminder of the complex history of the region and the impact of colonialism on the indigenous peoples of Southern Africa. It is a powerful reminder of the past, and a testament to the resilience and determination of the Ndebele people in the face of adversity. The memorial continues to be an important site of historical and cultural significance in Bulawayo and Zimbabwe as a whole.
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