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Ordnance at Salt River Works, South Africa, WW1


Ordnance at Salt River Works, South Africa, WW1


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Ordnance at Salt River Works, South Africa, WW1

Interior of a workshop at the Salt River Works, near Cape Town, South Africa, where 4.7 inch (120 mm calibre) long-range guns and their carriages were built and assembled during the First World War. The guns were used by South African forces against German forces in the South-West Africa Campaign. Date: circa 1914-1916

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Artillery Assembled Assembly Cape Carriages Guns Ordnance Range Salt Workshop Weapons Ww 1


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This print takes us back to the heart of industrial production during World War I. The image showcases the interior of a workshop at the Salt River Works, located near Cape Town, South Africa. Here, amidst a bustling scene of activity, skilled workers meticulously built and assembled 4. 7 inch (120 mm calibre) long-range guns and their carriages. The significance of this workshop becomes even more apparent when we learn that these formidable weapons were utilized by South African forces in their campaign against German forces during the South-West Africa Campaign. This photograph offers a rare glimpse into the vital role played by South Africa in contributing to the Great War effort. The atmosphere within this vast factory is one of focused determination as men work diligently on each intricate component. The sheer scale of production is awe-inspiring; rows upon rows of partially constructed artillery pieces line the floor while workers move with purpose between them. As we observe this snapshot frozen in time, it serves as a poignant reminder of both human ingenuity and sacrifice during times of conflict. It symbolizes not only an era but also represents an entire industry dedicated to manufacturing weapons for war. This extraordinary print from Mary Evans Prints Online allows us to peer through history's lens into a world where machinery roared alongside human endeavor – all united towards one common goal: victory on behalf of their nation.

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