On patrol with General Smuts, Salaita, East Africa, WW1
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On patrol with General Smuts, Salaita, East Africa, WW1
Team on patrol with General Jan Smuts, in command of Allied troops near Salaita, German East Africa, during WW1. The Battle of Salaita Hill took place on 12 February 1916, with a German victory.
1916
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Allied Command Kenya Patrol Smuts
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On Patrol with General Jan Smuts: A Moment of Strategy in the Battle of Salaita Hill, German East Africa, 1916 This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment during the Battle of Salaita Hill in German East Africa, during World War I. The scene unfolds in the African savannah, where General Jan Smuts, a South African military and political leader, stands in command of a team of Allied troops. The date is February 12, 1916, and the outcome of the battle remains uncertain. The Battle of Salaita Hill was a significant engagement in the East African theater of the war, with both sides vying for control of strategic high ground. The German forces, led by General Paul von Lettow-Vorbeck, had managed to repel several Allied assaults on the hill, inflicting heavy losses. In this photograph, General Smuts and his team are on patrol, assessing the terrain and planning their next move. Despite the challenging conditions, the determination and focus of the Allied forces are palpable. The team members, dressed in uniforms and armed with rifles, move steadily forward, their eyes scanning the landscape for any signs of enemy activity. General Smuts, with his binoculars around his neck and a map in hand, surveys the area with a steely gaze. The outcome of the Battle of Salaita Hill would ultimately favor the Germans, who managed to hold their ground and inflict heavy casualties on the Allied forces. However, this photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the strategic planning and determination required to navigate the complexities of wartime. This photograph is part of The On Call in Africa Collection, held at Mary Evans Picture Library. It offers a unique glimpse into the experiences of soldiers during the First World War, and the challenges they faced in the African theater of the conflict.
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