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BOER WAR: CURRENCY, 1900. Siege note for 1 Pound issued at Mafeking, South Africa

BOER WAR: CURRENCY, 1900. Siege note for 1 Pound issued at Mafeking, South Africa


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BOER WAR: CURRENCY, 1900. Siege note for 1 Pound issued at Mafeking, South Africa

BOER WAR: CURRENCY, 1900.
Siege note for 1 Pound issued at Mafeking, South Africa, March 1900

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1900 Army Banknote Bill Boer Boer War Cannon Commerce Currency Document Dutch Finance March Paper Siege Mafeking


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This print from Granger Art on Demand showcases a significant piece of history - a siege note for 1 Pound issued at Mafeking, South Africa during the Boer War in March 1900. The image transports us back to the turn of the century, where we witness the fusion of finance and warfare. In this photograph, we see an army soldier holding up the currency document with pride. His uniformed comrades stand beside him, their determined expressions reflecting the intensity of war. The presence of a cannon in the background serves as a reminder of the conflict that surrounded them. The significance of this banknote lies not only in its monetary value but also in its representation of resilience and resourcefulness amidst adversity. During sieges like that at Mafeking, when supplies were scarce and communication was limited, local authorities resorted to issuing their own currency as a means to sustain commerce within besieged towns. This rare artifact captures an early example of such ingenuity during times of war. It symbolizes both Dutch heritage (as evidenced by text written in Dutch) and British influence over South Africa during this period. As we gaze upon this historical treasure frozen in time through photography, it reminds us how even amidst chaos and conflict, human innovation finds ways to adapt and overcome challenges – be it on paper or on battlefields.

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