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"Exploring the Complexities of 'Kaffir': From History to Humanity" GAFR2A-00049, GAFR2A-00051

Background imageKaffir Collection: Boer War / Kaffir Spies

Boer War / Kaffir Spies
Kaffir spies brought up for interrogation at General Wolfe Murrays headquarters at Estcourt. Date: 1899

Background imageKaffir Collection: People Of Ethiopian Race In The Late 19Th Century. From Left To Right, Natives Of Senegambia

People Of Ethiopian Race In The Late 19Th Century. From Left To Right, Natives Of Senegambia. Peui Woman From The Village Of Kouar. Peui Man In War Costume. Kaffirs. Zulu In Visiting Dress

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir with Cleft Stick

Kaffir with Cleft Stick
An African Kaffir letter carrier, carrying a message in a cleft stick Date: 1846

Background imageKaffir Collection: Amatola Mountains, by Thomas Baines

Amatola Mountains, by Thomas Baines
The 74th Highlanders with the Beaufort and Port Elizabeth Fingoe Levies, Storming the Stronghold of the Rebel Chief Sandilli, in the Amatola Mountains, 24th June 1851, by Thomas Baines (1820-1875)

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Kraal

Kaffir Kraal
A Kaffir kraal : the term Kaffir is used somewhat indiscriminately of South African natives, but these are probably Bantu-speaking people of Cape Province

Background imageKaffir Collection: George Chirgwin

George Chirgwin
George H Chirgwin, 1854 - 1922. Music hall entertainer, known as the White-Eyed Musical Moke or the White- Eyed Kaffir. Pictured here in very strange Highlands inspired stage costume including a

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Huts

Kaffir Huts
Kaffir huts on an African plain Date: 1905

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Curing Cattle

Kaffir Curing Cattle
Native African witchdoctor uses his powers to cure cattle which have been made sick by the evil spells of a magician Date: 1868

Background imageKaffir Collection: Otherworld Journey

Otherworld Journey
Native African prophet returns from an otherworld journey, during which he has met and consulted the tribal spirits. Date: 1868

Background imageKaffir Collection: African prophetess

African prophetess
Native African prophetess in an entranced state, in which her magical powers enable her to perceive hidden truths Date: 1868

Background imageKaffir Collection: Smelling out a Wizard

Smelling out a Wizard
Native african witchdoctor smells out the wizard who is working evil magic on his client Date: 1868

Background imageKaffir Collection: South Africa - Kaffir Kraal (Cattle Enclosure)

South Africa - Kaffir Kraal (Cattle Enclosure)
Kaffir Kraal (Cattle Enclosure), Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Date: 1900s

Background imageKaffir Collection: South Africa - Kaffir Caves

South Africa - Kaffir Caves
Black and white photograph of mouth of cave used as dwelling-place, South Africa.. This slide dates from the late 19th century. The racial term kaffir was commonly used at the time

Background imageKaffir Collection: Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - Kaffir Paintings

Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) - Kaffir Paintings
Black and white lantern Slide of Kaffir Paintings - British South Africa. Part of Box 288, British South Africa. Boswell Collection. Slide number 53 Kaffir paintings Date: circa 1890s

Background imageKaffir Collection: Regional African music

Regional African music
Native African musician playing a musical instrument, composed of a bow and a hollow gourd. Date: 1868

Background imageKaffir Collection: Regional African music, 1739

Regional African music, 1739
An African musical instrument, as played Cafars in 1739. Date: 1739

Background imageKaffir Collection: Regional African music: woman drummer, 1739

Regional African music: woman drummer, 1739
An African musical instrument, as played by the wives of Kafirs in 1739. Date: 1739

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Woman, Trinidad

Kaffir Woman, Trinidad
Kaffir woman (Black former plantation worker) in Trinidad, West Indies carrying a large bale of Firewood. Date: circa 1910s

Background imageKaffir Collection: Source Size = 3540 x 5308

Source Size = 3540 x 5308
SKETCHES IN SOUTH AFRICA: 1. Young Zulu Chief, Natal; 2. Kaffir Chief, robed in a kaross of jackal skin; 3. Dutch Boer, with an ostrich; 4. Kaffir kraal and domestic life; 5. Malays at Capetown; 6

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots

The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Ascent of the Bush Path

The Kaffir War: Ascent of the Bush Path

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry

The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Dispersion of a Body of Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: Dispersion of a Body of Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: 74th Highlander

The Kaffir War: 74th Highlander

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: the 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: the 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Hottentot Rebels

The Kaffir War: Hottentot Rebels

Background imageKaffir Collection: Swazi Kaffir Captain Whites Native Battalion Leaving Col

Swazi Kaffir Captain Whites Native Battalion Leaving Col. Woods Encampment on a Scouting Expedition, the Zulu War, Engraving 1879

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Boys, Cape Colony, South Africa

Kaffir Boys, Cape Colony, South Africa

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Women, Cape Colony, South Africa

Kaffir Women, Cape Colony, South Africa

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War A General Thesigers Attack on the Rebel Chief Sandilli, Near

The Kaffir War A General Thesigers Attack on the Rebel Chief Sandilli, Near King Williams Town (Mar. 30, 1878), South Africa

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Major-General Sir Harry Smiths Escape from Fort Cox, South Africa

The Kaffir War: Major-General Sir Harry Smiths Escape from Fort Cox, South Africa, 1851 Engraving

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Part of Colonel Mackinnons Patrol of the Cape Corps Burning

The Kaffir War: Part of Colonel Mackinnons Patrol of the Cape Corps Burning the Kraals of a Rebel Kaffir Chief, South Africa, 1851 Engraving

Background imageKaffir Collection: Confirmation Morning, Kaffir Land, his Lordship is Across, Engraving 1890

Confirmation Morning, Kaffir Land, his Lordship is Across, Engraving 1890

Background imageKaffir Collection: Kaffir Chief, 1846

Kaffir Chief, 1846
KAFFIR CHIEF, 1846

Background imageKaffir Collection: Scene in Kaffir Kraal (village settlement), Zululand

Scene in Kaffir Kraal (village settlement), Zululand, Southern Africa Date: circa 1904

Background imageKaffir Collection: London Stock Exchange - View down to the Kaffir Market

London Stock Exchange - View down to the Kaffir Market Date: early 1960s

Background imageKaffir Collection: South Africa Family outside their simple homestead

South Africa Family outside their simple homestead
South Africa Family (Mother, Father and six children) outside their simple homestead. Date: circa 1904

Background imageKaffir Collection: Carrying Native Beer - South Africa

Carrying Native Beer - South Africa
Four children (of varied ages) carrying Native-brewed ( Kafir ) Beer - South Africa Date: circa 1903

Background imageKaffir Collection: Henry Redvers Buller (1839-1908) British soldier. Won V. C. at Inhlobane, in Zulu War, 1879

Henry Redvers Buller (1839-1908) British soldier. Won V. C. at Inhlobane, in Zulu War, 1879
Henry Redvers Buller (1839-1908) British soldier. Won V.C. at Inhlobane, in Zulu War, 1879. Commander-in-chief at beginning of 2nd Boer War. Relieved Ladysmith, 1900

Background imageKaffir Collection: Redvers Henry Buller (1839-1908) British soldier. Served in the Ashanti, Kaffir and Zulu Wars

Redvers Henry Buller (1839-1908) British soldier. Served in the Ashanti, Kaffir and Zulu Wars. Won the Victoria Cross at Onhlobane (1879). Promoted to Lieutenant-General in 1894

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: The 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: The 74th Highlanders Attacking Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Dispersion Of A Body Of Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: Dispersion Of A Body Of Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry

The Kaffir War: Fingoe Cavalry

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Ascent Of The Bush Path

The Kaffir War: Ascent Of The Bush Path

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots

The Kaffir War: Cape Corps Hottentots

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs

The Kaffir War: Cape Mounted Rifles Attacking Kaffirs

Background imageKaffir Collection: The Kaffir War: Hottentot Rebels

The Kaffir War: Hottentot Rebels



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"Exploring the Complexities of 'Kaffir': From History to Humanity" GAFR2A-00049, GAFR2A-00051, and GAFR2A-00050 are just a few references that shed light on the multifaceted nature of the term "kaffir. " While it has been used derogatorily in some contexts, it is important to delve deeper into its historical significance and contemporary impact. One notable figure associated with this term is George H. Chirgwin, known as the White-Eyed Kaffir. His story serves as a reminder of how labels can shape perceptions and challenge societal norms. The mention of "KAFFIR CREMATION" brings attention to cultural practices surrounding death rituals. It prompts us to reflect on diverse funeral customs across different communities. Similarly, GEORGE H CHIRGWIN/HALLS highlights an individual's identity being intertwined with their heritage or chosen stage name. This raises questions about self-expression and cultural representation. Contrasting sharply with these themes is the disturbing reference to "KAFFIR BURIAL (ALIVE). " This dark chapter reminds us of past injustices inflicted upon marginalized groups during times like the Boer War. It serves as a stark reminder that history must be acknowledged and learned from so that such atrocities are never repeated. Moving towards present-day realities, we encounter a young South African boy suffering from Vitiligo—a condition where patches of skin lose pigmentation. His inclusion emphasizes diversity within communities while highlighting challenges faced by individuals who may be stigmatized due to physical differences. The mention of "Boer War / Kaffir Spies" unveils another layer in South Africa's complex history—highlighting espionage activities during conflicts and exposing tensions between different factions within society. Further exploring warfare dynamics, "Kaffir Wars, South Africa: Attacking a Native Position" sheds light on the struggles faced by indigenous communities during colonial times.