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Victoria Infantry, South Africa, 1899 circa (b / w photo)
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Victoria Infantry, South Africa, 1899 circa (b / w photo)
5920879 Victoria Infantry, South Africa, 1899 circa (b/w photo) by Underwood & Underwood (c.1881-1940); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Victoria Infantry shortly before they helped in the fight at Belmont, S. Africa, 1899 circa.
Stereoscopic photograph, Boer War, 1899 circa.
Colonial units like the First Victorian (Infantry and Mounted Infantry) Contingent proved to be among the most effective British troops at the Battle of Belmont (23-25 November 1899). Like their Boer enemies, they used their horses for transport rather than charging, advanced by fire and manouevre in loose formations and made good use of cover.
From a box of 89 stereoscopic cards entitled, South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1, published by Underwood and Underwood and produced by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios, 1900 circa.); © National Army Museum
Media ID 25184982
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Equipment Firearm Infantry Parade
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This print captures the Victoria Infantry in South Africa around 1899. Taken by Underwood & Underwood, it showcases the soldiers shortly before their involvement in the Battle of Belmont. The image is part of a collection titled "South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1" published by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios. The colonial units, including the First Victorian Contingent (Infantry and Mounted Infantry), proved to be highly effective during this battle. Similar to their Boer adversaries, they utilized horses for transportation rather than charging head-on. They advanced using fire and maneuver tactics in loose formations while taking advantage of cover. Displayed within a box containing 89 stereoscopic cards, this photograph provides a glimpse into one aspect of the Boer War. It highlights not only the infantry's equipment but also their rifles and firearms. The parade-like formation adds an air of discipline and unity among these brave soldiers. Preserved at London's National Army Museum, this historical artifact serves as a reminder of past conflicts that shaped nations' histories. Bridgeman Images has made it available for viewing without commercial use intentions, allowing us to appreciate its artistic value and gain insight into military history through photography.
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