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The Capture of De Wets Convoy at Reitz, June 6, 1901, 1902
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The Capture of De Wets Convoy at Reitz, June 6, 1901, 1902
The Capture of De Wets Convoy at Reitz, June 6, 1901, 1902. Attack on Boer waggons by Colonel De Lisles Force.. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VII", by Louis Creswicke. [The Caxton Publishing Co. London, 1902]
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The Capture of De Wet's Convoy at Reitz, June 6,1901 - A Glimpse into the Boer Wars
EDITORS COMMENTS
. This print takes us back to a significant moment in history - the capture of De Wet's convoy during the Boer Wars. The image depicts a chaotic scene on a dusty road in South Africa as British forces engage with Boer wagons. Men are seen running, their faces etched with determination and fear. Amidst the chaos, we witness the clash between two worlds - colonial Britain and the South African landscape. Armed soldiers aim their weapons while others fire upon their enemies. The intensity of battle is palpable as smoke billows from rifles and bayonets glisten under the harsh sun. The photograph captures not only an act of warfare but also conveys themes of transportation, resilience, and conflict. It serves as a reminder that war spares no one; wounds inflicted on both sides are evident among fallen soldiers. Through this historical snapshot frozen in time by Richard Caton Woodville II, we gain insight into guerrilla warfare tactics employed by Christiaan de Wet's forces against British troops. This image is part of Louis Creswicke's book "South Africa and the Transvaal War" which chronicles key events during this tumultuous period. As we observe this powerful visual representation from over a century ago, it prompts reflection on how far society has come since those turbulent times while honoring those who fought bravely for their respective causes.
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