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Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, 16th Queens Own Lancers
5920658 Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, 16th QueenAs Own Lancers, 1901 circa (oil on canvas) by Hardie, Charles Martin (1858-1916); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, 16th QueenAs Own Lancers, 1902.
Oil on canvas by Charles Martin Hardie RSA (1858-1916), 1902.
Younger was commissioned into the 16th Lancers from the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, on 11 August 1900. On 22 December 1901, his regiment formed the rearguard for a convoy from Calvinia ro Clanwilliam in Cape Colony, 300km north-east of Cape Town. The convoy was attacked by a party of Boers, who kept up a running fight for more than 20km, before withdrawing in the face of heavy artillery fire. The following morning the lancers formed part of the advance guard of the convoy, A a Squadron being set the task of dispersing a Boer force which had taken up a position beside the road. Lieutenant Younger was killed in this action, and one officer, one NCO and three privates were wounded. This posthumous image was painted, probably from a photograph, to commemorate the brief career of what the regimental history described as A a very promising young officerA.); eNational Army Museum; Scottish, out of copyright
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Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, 16th Queens Own Lancers (5920658 Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, 16th QueenAs Own Lancers, 1901 circa (oil on canvas) by Hardie, Charles Martin (1858-1916); National Army Museum, London; This print captures the courageous spirit of Second Lieutenant Edward Younger, a promising young officer in the 16th Queens Own Lancers. Painted posthumously by Charles Martin Hardie RSA in 1902, this image commemorates the brief yet impactful career of a valiant soldier. Commissioned into the 16th Lancers from the Royal Military College at Sandhurst in August 1900, Lt. Younger faced his ultimate test during an intense battle near Clanwilliam in Cape Colony. On December 22nd, 1901, his regiment formed part of a convoy that came under attack by Boers. With unwavering determination and bravery, Lt. Younger led his squadron to disperse the enemy forces along the road. Tragically, it was during this action that Lt. Younger made the ultimate sacrifice for his country. He lost his life defending those under his command while three privates and one NCO were wounded alongside him. Painted from what is believed to be a photograph taken before this fateful event occurred; this portrait immortalizes Lt. Edward Younger's youthful energy and dedication to duty. Displayed proudly at eNational Army Museum as part of their collection showcasing military history and heroism; this poignant artwork serves as a reminder of all those who have given their lives for our freedom.
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