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The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
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The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901. Creator: HC Seppings Wright
The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901. From " South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI", by Louis Creswicke. [T. C. & E. C. Jack, Edinburgh, 1901]
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1899 1902 2nd Boer War Armaments Artillery Bamp W Boer Wars British Army Cannon Cart Creswicke Fleeing Gownsman H C Seppings H C Seppings Wright Hc Seppings Wright Henry Charles Seppings Henry Charles Seppings Wright Jack Louis Louis Creswicke Roadside Second Boer War Second Transvaal War Seppings Wright South Africa South Africa And The Transvaal War South African Startled Stuck Tc And Ec Tc And Ec Jack Transvaal Wayside Wright British Empire
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This photo print, titled "The Debacle: On the Track on a Fleeing Command, 1901" takes us back to the tumultuous era of the Second Boer War in South Africa. Created by HC Seppings Wright and featured in Louis Creswicke's book "South Africa and the Transvaal War, Vol. VI" this image captures a moment of chaos and desperation. In this scene, we witness a group of British soldiers attempting to navigate their way through rough terrain with their horse-drawn cart. Startled by an unseen threat, these men find themselves stuck on a narrow road as they desperately try to free their transport from its predicament. The intensity is palpable as armed forces struggle against nature's obstacles while carrying heavy artillery. Wright's artistic portrayal skillfully depicts the hardships faced by both sides during this conflict. The image serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges encountered during war and highlights the importance of transportation in military operations. Through this snapshot frozen in time, we are transported to an era where warfare relied heavily on horses for mobility and communication. It offers us a glimpse into history that not only showcases technological limitations but also emphasizes human resilience amidst adversity. "The Debacle" stands as an enduring testament to Henry Charles Seppings Wright's talent for capturing significant moments within his artistry while shedding light on one chapter of South African history that shaped nations and lives forever.
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