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The Entry of Lord Roberts and Staff into Pretoria, 1901. Creator: Unknown
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The Entry of Lord Roberts and Staff into Pretoria, 1901. Creator: Unknown
The Entry of Lord Roberts and Staff into Pretoria, 1901. At 2:00 in the afternoon, Pretoria, capital of the South African Republic, surrendered to British General Lord Roberts. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. V", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]
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This print captures a significant moment in history - "The Entry of Lord Roberts and Staff into Pretoria, 1901". Taken by an unknown creator, the image showcases the arrival of British General Lord Roberts and his staff into Pretoria, the capital of the South African Republic. The photograph is sourced from Louis Creswicke's book "South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. V", published in Edinburgh in 1901. In this snapshot frozen in time, we see a procession of men on horseback making their way through a dusty road. Lord Roberts leads the group with an air of authority and determination. The mounted military personnel surrounding him exude strength and power as they ride alongside their leader. The image not only highlights the military aspect but also offers glimpses into life during that era. It portrays a colonial setting with its Victorian architecture lining both sides of the road. People can be seen watching from afar, witnessing this historic event unfold before their eyes. "The Entry of Lord Roberts and Staff into Pretoria" represents more than just a victorious arrival; it symbolizes British imperial dominance during this period marked by conflict - specifically, the Second Boer War (1899-1902). This print serves as a reminder of historical events that shaped South Africa's past while offering us insight into how war impacted people's lives at that time.
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