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Jan Christian Smuts
Jan Christian Smuts (187- 1950) South African General and statesman. Date: circa 1939
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Mouse Pad
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 18.9cm x 23.7cm (7.4" x 9.3")
Estimated Product Size is 20.2cm x 23.7cm (8" x 9.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this striking photograph, Jan Christian Smuts (1870-1950) is depicted in full military regalia, his stern gaze fixed on the camera lens. As a prominent South African general and statesman, Smuts played a pivotal role in shaping the political and military landscape of his country during the early 20th century. Born in the Cape Colony in 1870, Smuts rose to prominence as a military leader during the Second Boer War (1899-1902), earning the nickname "The Savior of the Nation" for his strategic brilliance and unyielding determination. After the war, he became a key figure in the Union of South Africa, serving as the country's first Minister of Defense and later becoming Prime Minister in 1939. In this image, Smuts wears the uniform of a South African Army general, complete with a peaked cap adorned with insignia, a thick beard, and a prominent mustache. The military decorations on his chest attest to his many accomplishments, including the Victoria Cross, the highest military decoration in the British honors system. Despite his military prowess, Smuts was also a visionary statesman who advocated for racial equality and reconciliation in South Africa. He played a crucial role in drafting the South African Constitution of 1909, which established a parliamentary democracy and recognized the rights of the Dutch-speaking Afrikaner community. During World War II, Smuts served as a key advisor to Winston Churchill and played a critical role in the Allied victory in North Africa. He retired from politics in 1950, passing away just a few months later at the age of 80. This photograph captures a moment in time when Jan Christian Smuts embodied the strength and leadership that South Africa needed during a tumultuous period in its history. His legacy continues to inspire generations of South Africans and remains an important chapter in the country's rich history.
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