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The Warwicks skirmishing with Boers near Weppener
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The Warwicks skirmishing with Boers near Weppener
Stereoscopic card captioned: The Warwicks skirmishing with Boers near Weppener, East of Bloemfontein, South Africa. From a box of 89 stereoscopic cards entitled, ?South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1. Published by Underwood and Underwood and produced by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios, 1901 (c). Caption is translated in French, German, Spanish, Russian on the back of the card. Date: 1899
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This stereoscopic card, titled "The Warwicks skirmishing with Boers near Weppener, East of Bloemfontein, South Africa," transports us back in time to the tumultuous year of 1899 during the South African War. The image showcases a thrilling moment as British soldiers, identified as the Warwicks, engage in a skirmish with Boer forces near the town of Weppener, situated to the east of Bloemfontein in South Africa. The card is part of a larger collection, "South African War through the Stereoscope Pt 2 Vol 1," published by Underwood and Underwood and produced by Works and Sun Sculpture Studios in 1901. The intricately detailed photograph, with its three-dimensional quality, immerses the viewer in the scene, allowing us to witness the intensity and raw emotion of the conflict. The British soldiers, dressed in their military uniforms and armed with rifles, are seen advancing towards their Boer adversaries, who are strategically positioned behind cover. The Boers, dressed in their distinctive hats and clothing, return fire with determination. The dusty terrain and barren landscape surrounding the combatants further emphasize the harsh conditions of the battlefield. The back of the card features captions in various languages, including French, German, Spanish, and Russian, catering to a global audience. This stereoscopic card offers a unique glimpse into the South African War and the courage and determination displayed by the soldiers on both sides of the conflict.
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