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Basuto Gun War, 1880 - cattle recovered
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Basuto Gun War, 1880 - cattle recovered
Recovery of cattle from the Basutos by the British forces, during the Basuto Gun War, 1880. Date: 1880
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Basuto Basutoland Cattle Forces Herding Lesotho Raid Recovered Basutos
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This evocative image captures a pivotal moment during the Basuto Gun War of 1880, as British forces recover stolen cattle from the Basutos in what is now Lesotho, Southern Africa. The Basuto people, led by their paramount chief Moshoeshoe II, had rebelled against British encroachment on their lands and the imposition of taxes. In response, British forces, led by Lieutenant-General Frederick Carrington, launched a military campaign to quell the uprising. The recovery of cattle was a significant aspect of the conflict, as livestock represented both a vital source of food and wealth for the Basutos. During raids, British troops seized herds as a means of weakening the resistance and demonstrating their military superiority. In this photograph, we see the aftermath of such a raid, with British soldiers and local allies, likely Basutos who had sided with the British, herding the recovered cattle back to their encampment. The image underscores the devastating impact of the war on the Basuto people and their way of life. The Basuto Gun War marked a turning point in the British colonization of Southern Africa, as it solidified British control over the region and set the stage for further expansion. The conflict also highlighted the complexities of colonial rule, as the British sought to balance their desire for resources and control with the need to maintain some semblance of order and stability in the territories they governed. This photograph, taken in 1880, offers a glimpse into the tumultuous history of the region and the challenges faced by the Basuto people during this pivotal moment in their history.
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