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Harrismith Scout Troop, South Africa
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Harrismith Scout Troop, South Africa
Harrismith Scout Troop, Orange River Colony, South Africa, forming a guard of honour for Lord Buxton (Governor-General of South Africa, 1914-1920)
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Buxton Colonialism Dignitary Governor Guard Harrismith Honour Jack Patriotic Patriotism Troop Scout Scouting Scouts
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In this evocative photograph, members of the Harrismith Scout Troop in the Orange River Colony, South Africa, proudly form a guard of honor for Lord Buxton, the Governor-General of South Africa from 1914 to 1920. The scene is set against the backdrop of the early 20th century colonial era, with the scouts dressed in their full uniforms, each holding a rifle and wearing their distinctive hats adorned with the badges of their troop. Lord Buxton, an esteemed British statesman, is seen in the foreground, wearing a formal suit and top hat, as he inspects the scouts with a sense of approval and pride. The Union Jack flag, a symbol of British rule and patriotism, flies proudly in the background, further emphasizing the colonial context of the image. The Harrismith Scout Troop was an integral part of the Scouting movement in South Africa, which was founded in 1907 by Robert Baden-Powell. Scouting provided boys with a sense of adventure, discipline, and character development, and the organization played an important role in shaping the lives of many young South Africans during the colonial period. This photograph captures a moment in history when the colonial power and the local community came together in a display of respect and admiration. The scouts, with their youthful energy and patriotic spirit, embodied the values of loyalty, duty, and service, making them an ideal choice to welcome and honor the Governor-General of South Africa. The image serves as a poignant reminder of the complex and multifaceted history of colonialism in South Africa, and the enduring impact of the Scouting movement on generations of young people.
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