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Lord Roberts / Vfair 1900
FREDERICK SLEIGH 1st EARL ROBERTS British soldier who served in India, Afghanistan and South Africa
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1832 Afghanistan Binoculars Frederick Khaki Pith Roberts Served Sleigh Vfair
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Standard Size Mouse Pad 7.75" x 9..25". High density Neoprene w linen surface. Easy to clean, stain resistant finish. Rounded corners.
Archive quality photographic print in a durable wipe clean mouse mat with non slip backing. Works with all computer mice
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 15.3cm x 23.7cm (6" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative photograph captures the distinguished figure of Frederick Sleigh, 1st Earl Roberts, a British soldier of great renown, as he stands tall and proud in his military uniform adorned with campaign medals from his service in India, Afghanistan, and South Africa. Dating back to 1900, the image finds Roberts in his late sixties, his face etched with the lines of a life well-lived and filled with adventure. Roberts wears the helmet and pith helmet typical of the British Army during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with a khaki uniform that had become the standard for British troops during the Second Boer War in South Africa. In his right hand, he holds a sword, a symbol of his military rank and authority. His left hand rests on a pair of binoculars, suggesting that he is scanning the horizon for potential threats or assessing the terrain. Born in 1832, Roberts began his military career in India, where he rose to prominence for his victories against the Afghan and Sikh forces. He later led British troops in the Second Anglo-Afghan War and the Second Anglo-Burmese War before being appointed Commander-in-Chief of the British Army in 1885. Roberts' most famous victory came during the Second Boer War in South Africa, where he led the British forces to a decisive victory at the Battle of Kandahar in 1881. This photograph is a testament to Roberts' storied military career and his enduring legacy as a British military hero. The image captures the essence of a bygone era, with its intricate military uniforms, antique weapons, and the sense of history that seems to hang heavy in the air. It is a powerful reminder of the sacrifices and triumphs of a generation of soldiers who shaped the course of history.
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