Poster Print : Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - Train on way to Bulawayo
Poster Prints from Mary Evans Picture Library
Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - Train on way to Bulawayo
Lantern slide of train on way to Bulawayo.. Part of Box 288 British South Africa, slide no.6 Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14177781
© The Boswell Collection, Bexley Heritage Trust / Mary Evans
Britsih Bulawayo Rhodesia Rhodesian Slides Zimbabwe Zimbabwean
A4 (29.7 x 21cm) Poster Print
Discover the captivating history of Zimbabwe (then Rhodesia) with our exquisite poster prints from Media Storehouse. This particular piece showcases a mesmerizing lantern slide image of a train on its way to Bulawayo, captured in the 1890s. The photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a unique glimpse into the past, transporting you back in time as you witness the majestic steam engine chugging through the scenic landscape. Add a touch of history and adventure to your home or office décor with this beautifully preserved, rights-managed print.
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Estimated Product Size is 30.3cm x 21.6cm (11.9" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This lantern slide depicts a train making its way towards Bulawayo, the second largest city in Zimbabwe, during the late 1890s. At the time, this region was known as Rhodesia, named after Cecil Rhodes, the British businessman and politician who played a significant role in the colonization of Southern Africa. The train, a marvel of engineering in the African bush, symbolizes the expanding reach of British influence and the growing transportation infrastructure that connected various parts of the British South Africa Company's territories. The image, part of Box 288 from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to an era of exploration and discovery. Bulawayo, meaning "place of the rain," was founded in 1893 and served as the capital city of Rhodesia until 1923, when it was replaced by Salisbury (now Harare). The city was strategically located along the railway line, making it an essential hub for trade and commerce. This lantern slide, with its rich historical context, provides a fascinating insight into the development of transportation systems in Zimbabwe during the late 19th century. It serves as a reminder of the significant role that trains played in shaping the country's history and connecting its people, long before the advent of modern modes of transportation.
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